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The document outlines the process of detecting and quantifying left to right shunts in the heart using oximetry runs, which involve measuring blood oxygen saturation at various sites in the right heart. It details the techniques for calculating pulmonary and systemic blood flow, as well as the limitations and alternative methods for detecting shunts. Additionally, it discusses the use of echocardiography and other techniques for identifying shunt presence and magnitude.

Author
Preethika
Language
EN