Tricuspid Insufficiency
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Tricuspid regurgitation is the incomplete closure of the tricuspid valve, located between the right chambers of the heart, which allows part of the blood to flow backward with each heartbeat.
How it may present: fatigue, swelling of the legs or abdomen, palpitations and, in mild cases, absence of symptoms, being detected on heart studies.
When is it advisable to be checked? In the presence of unusual fatigue, persistent swelling, or repeated palpitations.
Which specialist evaluates it? The cardiologist studies the function of the heart valves and provides follow-up; in minors the pediatric cardiologist is involved. Going for a cardiology evaluation allows the condition to be characterized and appropriate follow-up to be planned.
Data on 174 doctors who treat tricuspid insufficiency
Which specialist treats tricuspid insufficiency?
Tricuspid regurgitation occurs when the heart's tricuspid valve doesn't close properly, allowing blood to leak backward. A cardiologist evaluates this condition, a cardiothoracic surgeon steps in if surgery is needed, and a pediatric cardiologist follows up in children. If you have swelling in your legs or abdomen and fatigue, see one of these specialists.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in tricuspid insufficiency
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Mayra Yadira Briseño Quintanares
Dr. Aldo Mauricio Cruz Hernández
Dr. Silvia Caballero Delgado
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Alan Osmar Alanís Cruz
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Rubén López Muñoz
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Jazmin Rojas Romero
Dr. Jorge Luis Denis Bravo
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Karen Arlette Rivera Méndez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Matilde Ruiz Rodríguez
Frequently asked questions
What is tricuspid insufficiency?
Tricuspid regurgitation is the incomplete closure of the tricuspid valve, located between the right chambers of the heart, which allows part of the blood to flow backward with each heartbeat.
Which doctor treats tricuspid insufficiency?
Tricuspid regurgitation occurs when the heart's tricuspid valve doesn't close properly, allowing blood to leak backward. A cardiologist evaluates this condition, a cardiothoracic surgeon steps in if surgery is needed, and a pediatric cardiologist follows up in children. If you have swelling in your legs or abdomen and fatigue, see one of these specialists.