Atrioventricular Septal Defect
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Atrioventricular canal defect is a congenital heart defect, present from birth, in which there is an opening between the heart's chambers and a defect in the valves that separate them, which disrupts the normal flow of blood.
Common manifestations: In infants, fatigue during feeding, rapid breathing, poor weight gain, or frequent respiratory infections may be noticed.
When to seek care? It is usually detected in the first months of life, so early follow-up is important.
Which specialist treats it? The pediatric cardiologist is the go-to professional, in coordination with the pediatrician and, when required, the cardiovascular surgeon. Professional support from an early stage is key to caring for the child's heart health.
Data on 187 doctors who treat atrioventricular septal defect
Which specialist treats atrioventricular septal defect?
Atrioventricular septal defect, a congenital heart malformation, is treated by a pediatric cardiologist or cardiologist, and may require care from a cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon; a pediatrician usually coordinates the child's follow-up. If a baby has trouble breathing or feeding, see a pediatric cardiologist. You can find these specialists near you through our directory.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in atrioventricular septal defect
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. 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. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Frequently asked questions
What is atrioventricular septal defect?
Atrioventricular canal defect is a congenital heart defect, present from birth, in which there is an opening between the heart's chambers and a defect in the valves that separate them, which disrupts the normal flow of blood.
Which doctor treats atrioventricular septal defect?
Atrioventricular septal defect, a congenital heart malformation, is treated by a pediatric cardiologist or cardiologist, and may require care from a cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon; a pediatrician usually coordinates the child's follow-up. If a baby has trouble breathing or feeding, see a pediatric cardiologist. You can find these specialists near you through our directory.