Read the following excerpt from a patient's health record:History of Present Illness:Sharon's symptoms were consistent with congestive heart failure. It was decided to surgically correct her VSD. She underwent a sternotomy and atriotomy for patch placement in the ventricular septum to correct her VSD. This was performed with cardiopulmonary bypass under the guidance of a perfusionist. Sharon tolerated the procedure well and is now being admitted for postoperative observation and care.According to this patient's medical history, which of the following statements is NOT true?
A. Sharon's symptoms were consistent with CHF.
B. As part of the surgery, the surgeon made an incision in Sharon's sternum and the upper chamber of her heart.
C. Sharon has a surgery to bypass an artery in the heart.
D. Sharon had symptoms that are consistent with heart failure characterized by the heart cavity being unable to pump all the blood out of itself.
E. Sharon has a congenital heart defect.
Answer: C
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