Single Ventricle (Univentricular Heart)
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When heart signs are detected in a newborn, early evaluation by the pediatric cardiologist is key, especially with a single-ventricle heart. Single ventricle, also called a univentricular heart, is a congenital heart condition in which only one of the lower chambers works effectively to pump blood.
What does it involve? Since there is only one functional ventricle, blood with and without oxygen tends to mix, which disrupts the supply of oxygen to the body.
Possible signs: Bluish coloring, rapid breathing, fatigue while feeding, and slow growth in the baby.
Which specialist handles it? The pediatric cardiologist is the one who studies and supports this condition over time. With these signs in an infant, it is a good idea for a professional to carry out an in-depth evaluation without delay.
Data on 43 doctors who treat single ventricle (univentricular heart)
Which specialist treats single ventricle (univentricular heart)?
A single (univentricular) heart is diagnosed and followed lifelong by a cardiologist specializing in congenital heart disease. You can find cardiologists to manage this condition.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in single ventricle (univentricular heart)
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 single ventricle (univentricular heart)?
When heart signs are detected in a newborn, early evaluation by the pediatric cardiologist is key, especially with a single-ventricle heart. Single ventricle, also called a univentricular heart, is a congenital heart condition in which only one of the lower chambers works effectively to pump blood.
Which doctor treats single ventricle (univentricular heart)?
A single (univentricular) heart is diagnosed and followed lifelong by a cardiologist specializing in congenital heart disease. You can find cardiologists to manage this condition.