Transposition of the Great Vessels
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Transposition of the great vessels is a congenital heart defect in which the two main arteries of the heart, the aorta and the pulmonary artery, arise in switched positions. As a result, the circulation of oxygenated and non-oxygenated blood is disrupted.
When is it detected? It usually appears in the first days of life, so bluish coloring of the skin and difficulty breathing in a newborn require immediate attention.
Possible manifestations: bluish tone of the lips and skin, rapid breathing, and difficulty feeding.
Which specialist treats it? This condition is treated by the pediatric cardiologist together with the cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon, with the support of the pediatrician. Identifying it early is key so that the medical team can organize the baby's care.
Data on 58 doctors who treat transposition of the great vessels
Which specialist treats transposition of the great vessels?
Transposition of the great vessels is treated by a cardiologist, with general follow-up from a pediatrician in children born with this congenital heart condition. You can book these specialists for management of this condition.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in transposition of the great vessels
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 transposition of the great vessels?
Transposition of the great vessels is a congenital heart defect in which the two main arteries of the heart, the aorta and the pulmonary artery, arise in switched positions. As a result, the circulation of oxygenated and non-oxygenated blood is disrupted.
Which doctor treats transposition of the great vessels?
Transposition of the great vessels is treated by a cardiologist, with general follow-up from a pediatrician in children born with this congenital heart condition. You can book these specialists for management of this condition.