Which defect is characterised by left-to-right shunting and increased pulmonary blood flow without early cyanosis?
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Correct answer: Atrial septal defect (ASD)
ASD causes acyanotic left-to-right shunt, increased pulmonary flow, and generally no early cyanosis, consistent with many acyanotic CHDs.
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