Right Aortic Arch with Anomalous Left Subclavian Artery and Ligamentum Arteriosum
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This is a congenital variant of the heart's great vessels in which the aortic arch sits toward the right and is accompanied by a subclavian artery and a ligament in an abnormal position. Together they can form a "vascular ring" that encircles the trachea and esophagus.
Which specialist treats it? Its study falls to the cardiologist and the pediatric cardiologist, with support from the cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon when a broader evaluation is needed; the pediatrician usually detects the first signs.
How it shows up: In some cases it causes no discomfort, while in others it may be associated with difficulty breathing or swallowing, especially in childhood.
If a child shows these symptoms, it is worth discussing the case with these specialists to determine the appropriate tests.
Data on 42 doctors who treat right aortic arch with anomalous left subclavian artery and ligamentum arteriosum
Which specialist treats right aortic arch with anomalous left subclavian artery and ligamentum arteriosum?
Right aortic arch with anomalous subclavian artery and left ligament is a congenital malformation that can compress the trachea or esophagus. A cardiologist monitors this condition, and a pediatrician is involved in the affected child's care. If your child has trouble breathing or swallowing, see one of these specialists.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in right aortic arch with anomalous left subclavian artery and ligamentum arteriosum
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Jorge Luis Denis Bravo
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. José Luis Lucho Hernández
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Dr. Charles Cesar Lazo Cárdenas
Dr. Sandra Herrera Rodriguez
Dr. Valeria Gómez Galván
Dr. Andrea Piñeyro V.
Dr. Elisa Barrios Santos
Dr. Esmirna Arlette Pantoja Alcocer
Dr. Elideth Paniagua Anduiza
Dr. Valery Fabiola Lerma Torres
Dr. Gerardo Arteaga Cárdenas
Dr. Christian Jonathan Villarreal Vidal
Frequently asked questions
What is right aortic arch with anomalous left subclavian artery and ligamentum arteriosum?
This is a congenital variant of the heart's great vessels in which the aortic arch sits toward the right and is accompanied by a subclavian artery and a ligament in an abnormal position. Together they can form a "vascular ring" that encircles the trachea and esophagus.
Which doctor treats right aortic arch with anomalous left subclavian artery and ligamentum arteriosum?
Right aortic arch with anomalous subclavian artery and left ligament is a congenital malformation that can compress the trachea or esophagus. A cardiologist monitors this condition, and a pediatrician is involved in the affected child's care. If your child has trouble breathing or swallowing, see one of these specialists.