Pulmonary Valve Agenesis: symptoms and which specialist to see

Pulmonary Valve Agenesis

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Absence of the pulmonary valve is a congenital heart malformation in which the pulmonary valve, responsible for regulating the flow of blood to the lungs, does not develop normally or is absent. It is usually detected in the prenatal stage or in the first months of life.

Characteristic aspects:

It is a condition present from birth
It may be associated with other heart abnormalities
At times it also affects the airways due to dilation of the pulmonary arteries

When is it evaluated? It is usually identified through heart studies when there are findings during pregnancy or signs in the newborn.

Which specialist treats it? The pediatric cardiologist is the one who studies and follows up on congenital heart defects, in coordination with the pediatrician. The support of a specialized team is key to the child's care.

Data on 127 doctors who treat pulmonary valve agenesis

Typical price

$700 MXN

17% above the national median

50% charge between $500 and $1,000 MXN

57% with verified license

Insurance accepted

GNP Seguros 4 MetLife 4 Seguros Monterrey 3 AXA Seguros 3 Mapfre 3 Vitamédica 3

Which specialist treats pulmonary valve agenesis?

Pulmonary valve agenesis is evaluated by a cardiologist, a heart specialist, and in babies and children, by a pediatrician who coordinates care. See these specialists if your child has difficulty breathing or bluish skin coloring.

Pediatrician Cardiologist