Periventricular Leukomalacia
Periventricular leukomalacia is an injury to the white matter of the brain located around the cerebral ventricles; it mainly affects premature babies and is related to disruptions in the blood and oxygen supply to that area during development.
How it shows up: Its effects vary widely and may appear over time as difficulties in motor development, muscle tone, or other areas of neurodevelopment.
Which specialist treats it? The neurologist —in children, the pediatric neurologist— together with the pediatrician monitor development; depending on the case, an evaluation by the cardiologist may be added.
When to seek care? With a history of prematurity or concerns about a baby's development, professional follow-up allows early detection and support for each child's needs.
Data on 5 doctors who treat periventricular leukomalacia
Specialties that treat periventricular leukomalacia
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Doctors specialized in periventricular leukomalacia
Dr. Edgar Bustos Córdova
Dr. Alberto Fregoso Ojeda
Dr. Rodolfo Rivas Ruiz
Dr. Abel Alberto Pavía López
Dr. Mauricio Enrique Zaragoza Perez
Dr. Oscar Sánchez Escandón
Dr. Sergio Miguel Gomez Dorantes
Dr. Mercado Filomena Vizcaino
Dra. Olga Galván Montiel
Dr. Juan Manuel Arce González
Dr. Jorge Escudero de la Peña
Dra. Olga Eugenia Martínez Garza
Dr. Jose Luis Balanzar Serna
Dr. Alfonso Corona Tellez
Dr. Alvaro Contreras Villaseñor
Dr. Rodriguez Francisco Herrera
Dr. Román Pineda Abarca
Dr. Escandon Hector Calles
Dr. Roberto Moreno Paez
Dr. Francisco Alvarado Alemán
Frequently asked questions
What is periventricular leukomalacia?
Periventricular leukomalacia is an injury to the white matter of the brain located around the cerebral ventricles; it mainly affects premature babies and is related to disruptions in the blood and oxygen supply to that area during development.
Which doctor treats periventricular leukomalacia?
Periventricular Leukomalacia is usually treated by specialists in cardiologist, neurologist, pediatrician, pediatric neurologist.