Atrioventricular Septal Defect
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AVSD stands for atrioventricular septal defect, a congenital heart malformation in which the walls that separate the chambers of the heart and the valves that connect them do not form completely.
Which specialist treats it? The cardiologist, the pediatric cardiologist, and the cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon take part in its study and follow-up, often from the first months of life.
Possible manifestations: In infants there may be difficulty feeding, rapid breathing, sweating, or poor weight gain.
When to seek care? If a baby has fatigue while eating, a bluish coloration, or slow growth, it is important to raise it as soon as possible with the pediatrician and the heart specialist to determine the most suitable approach.
Data on 26 doctors who treat atrioventricular septal defect
Which specialist treats atrioventricular septal defect?
Atrioventricular septal defect (AVSD) is managed by a cardiologist, with joint follow-up from a pediatrician, especially in infants and children. You can find these specialists.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in atrioventricular septal defect
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 atrioventricular septal defect?
AVSD stands for atrioventricular septal defect, a congenital heart malformation in which the walls that separate the chambers of the heart and the valves that connect them do not form completely.
Which doctor treats atrioventricular septal defect?
Atrioventricular septal defect (AVSD) is managed by a cardiologist, with joint follow-up from a pediatrician, especially in infants and children. You can find these specialists.