Atrioventricular Canal Defect
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An atrioventricular canal defect is a congenital heart condition in which the walls and valves that separate the chambers of the heart do not form completely, allowing an abnormal mixing of blood.
Common symptoms: In infants and children, it may be noticed as difficulty feeding, rapid breathing, fatigue, poor weight gain, or a bluish coloring of the skin.
When to see a doctor? An evaluation is important when a child has fatigue while feeding, rapid breathing, or slower-than-expected growth.
Which specialist treats it? The pediatric cardiologist evaluates the child's heart, and the cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon takes part when correction is needed, alongside the pediatrician. Seeing these professionals in time makes it possible to provide the follow-up each case needs.
Data on 189 doctors who treat atrioventricular canal defect
Which specialist treats atrioventricular canal defect?
Atrioventricular canal defect, a congenital heart malformation, is treated by a pediatric cardiologist or cardiologist, and may require a cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon; a pediatrician coordinates follow-up in children. 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 canal 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 canal defect?
An atrioventricular canal defect is a congenital heart condition in which the walls and valves that separate the chambers of the heart do not form completely, allowing an abnormal mixing of blood.
Which doctor treats atrioventricular canal defect?
Atrioventricular canal defect, a congenital heart malformation, is treated by a pediatric cardiologist or cardiologist, and may require a cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon; a pediatrician coordinates follow-up in children. If a baby has trouble breathing or feeding, see a pediatric cardiologist. You can find these specialists near you through our directory.