Atrial Septal Defect (ASD)
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An atrial septal defect (also called ASD, for its abbreviation in English) is an abnormal communication in the wall that separates the two atria of the heart. That opening allows blood to pass between the two chambers and disrupts normal circulation.
Which specialist should you see? Its evaluation corresponds to the cardiologist, and in minors to the pediatric cardiologist; when a repair is needed, the cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon or the pediatric surgeon usually step in, with support from the pediatrician in follow-up.
Common symptoms: many cases occur without any discomfort, but tiredness, shortness of breath with exertion, or palpitations can appear, especially over time.
When to seek care? When a heart murmur is detected on an exam or persistent respiratory symptoms appear, it's advisable to rely on a cardiologist's opinion to define the right workup.
Data on 130 doctors who treat atrial septal defect (asd)
Which specialist treats atrial septal defect (asd)?
An atrial septal defect (ASD) should be evaluated by a cardiologist, and correcting it may require a cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon; in children a pediatrician is involved in the evaluation. You can book with the right specialist if you or your child have been found to have a heart murmur or unusual fatigue. Ongoing cardiology follow-up is essential.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in atrial septal defect (asd)
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 atrial septal defect (asd)?
An atrial septal defect (also called ASD, for its abbreviation in English) is an abnormal communication in the wall that separates the two atria of the heart. That opening allows blood to pass between the two chambers and disrupts normal circulation.
Which doctor treats atrial septal defect (asd)?
An atrial septal defect (ASD) should be evaluated by a cardiologist, and correcting it may require a cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon; in children a pediatrician is involved in the evaluation. You can book with the right specialist if you or your child have been found to have a heart murmur or unusual fatigue. Ongoing cardiology follow-up is essential.