Question
An 8-month-old girl diagnosed with Kawasaki Disease undergoes an echocardiogram, showing a left-to-right shunt signal originating from the right atrium, with a shunt orifice diameter of 2.5 millimeters. Should this situation require special treatment?
Answer
Children are susceptible to diseases like Kawasaki Disease during the winter, and an echocardiogram reveals a left-to-right shunt at the atrial level, with a shunt orifice diameter of 2.5 millimeters. The most important thing is to maintain the child’s health, ensure adequate nutrition, and keep the air fresh during this winter. It is recommended to undergo an echocardiogram every six months to observe whether the shunt situation closes spontaneously.