Bicuspid Aortic Valve
The bicuspid aortic valve, also referred to as bicommissural, is a variation in which this heart valve forms with two leaflets instead of the usual three, which can alter the flow of blood from the heart to the rest of the body.
How it shows up: In many people it causes no discomfort and is discovered during a checkup; over time it can be associated with changes in the functioning of the valve.
Why it is monitored: Regular follow-up helps observe its progression and detect any change in a timely manner.
Which specialists treat it? The bicommissural aortic valve is assessed by the cardiologist and, in minors, by the pediatric cardiologist; the cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon may step in when the case requires it. If you have been told about this finding, it is advisable to keep up your checkups with a professional.
Data on 20 doctors who treat bicuspid aortic valve
Specialties that treat bicuspid aortic valve
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in bicuspid aortic valve
Dr. Abel Alberto Pavía López
Dr. Mauricio Enrique Zaragoza Perez
Dra. Maria Isabel Aguilar Montes de Oca
Dra. Olga Galván Montiel
Dr. Juan Manuel Arce González
Dr. Jorge Escudero de la Peña
Dra. Olga Eugenia Martínez Garza
Dr. Alvaro Contreras Villaseñor
Dr. Gerardo Maza Juárez
Dr. Santiago Raymundo Nava Townsend
Dr. Pedro Becerra González
Dr. Norberto Matadamas Hernandez
Dr. Dorian Iván Núñez Blanquet
Dr. René Narváez David
Dr. Efren Montane Lira
Dr. Sergio Mario Ferez Santander
Dr. Wylson Emmanuel Lopez Echeverria
Dr. Pedro Gerardo Dávila
Dr. Hector Manuel Castellanos villagran
Dr. David García Rubí
Frequently asked questions
What is bicuspid aortic valve?
The bicuspid aortic valve, also referred to as bicommissural, is a variation in which this heart valve forms with two leaflets instead of the usual three, which can alter the flow of blood from the heart to the rest of the body.
Which doctor treats bicuspid aortic valve?
Bicuspid Aortic Valve is usually treated by specialists in cardiologist, pediatric cardiologist, cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon, cardiologist, pediatric cardiologist.