Which shunt is associated with increased systemic blood flow in congenital heart disease?

The Bialock-Taussig shunt is indeed associated with increased systemic blood flow in congenital heart disease. This shunt is a surgical procedure that connects the subclavian artery to the pulmonary artery, thereby increasing blood flow to the lungs. This connection allows more blood to reach the pulmonary circulation, which is beneficial for patients, particularly those with conditions like Tetralogy of Fallot or single ventricle physiology, as it helps improve oxygenation.

By enhancing the pulmonary blood flow, the Bialock-Taussig shunt effectively addresses hypoxemia associated with certain congenital heart defects. It is typically performed in infants or children who display inadequate blood flow to the lungs and need an interim solution before definitive surgical repair can be accomplished.

The other procedures mentioned, while relevant in the context of congenital heart diseases, do not primarily focus on increasing systemic blood flow in the same way the Bialock-Taussig shunt does. For example, the Rastelli procedure typically involves a different approach to routing blood flow, often incorporating baffle systems and does not fundamentally increase systemic blood flow directly. The Glenn shunt and Kawashima procedure are also aimed at redirecting blood flow but primarily address specific anatomical issues without directly increasing systemic blood flow analogous to