Congenital Absence of the Pulmonary Valve
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When a heart condition is detected in a baby from before or shortly after birth, early specialized care is essential. Congenital absence of the pulmonary valve is a heart defect present from birth, in which the valve that directs blood toward the lungs has not formed properly.
Which specialist treats it? The pediatric cardiologist evaluates this type of heart defect, while the cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon takes part in its management; the cardiologist and the pediatrician accompany the child's follow-up.
Signs that may be observed: Difficulty breathing, fatigue, feeding problems, or abnormal skin color, depending on the severity of the case.
When to seek care? Any sign of respiratory difficulty or unusual tiredness in a baby warrants timely medical review; follow-up by a professional allows each situation to be assessed individually.
Data on 122 doctors who treat congenital absence of the pulmonary valve
Which specialist treats congenital absence of the pulmonary valve?
Congenital absence of the pulmonary valve is treated by a pediatric cardiologist or cardiologist, with support from a pediatrician and, when surgery is needed, a cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon. If a baby has trouble breathing or gets tired while feeding, see a pediatric cardiologist. You can find these specialists near you through our directory.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in congenital absence of the pulmonary valve
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Jorge Luis Denis Bravo
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. José Luis Lucho Hernández
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Maritza Tena Medina
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
Frequently asked questions
What is congenital absence of the pulmonary valve?
When a heart condition is detected in a baby from before or shortly after birth, early specialized care is essential. Congenital absence of the pulmonary valve is a heart defect present from birth, in which the valve that directs blood toward the lungs has not formed properly.
Which doctor treats congenital absence of the pulmonary valve?
Congenital absence of the pulmonary valve is treated by a pediatric cardiologist or cardiologist, with support from a pediatrician and, when surgery is needed, a cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon. If a baby has trouble breathing or gets tired while feeding, see a pediatric cardiologist. You can find these specialists near you through our directory.