ALCAPA
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ALCAPA (anomalous origin of the left coronary artery from the pulmonary artery) is a rare congenital heart defect in which this artery arises from the wrong vessel, which disrupts the supply of oxygen to the heart muscle.
How it presents: In infants, irritability, difficulty feeding, sweating, rapid breathing, or fatigue during feeding may be noticed. In some cases it goes unnoticed until later stages.
Common causes: It originates during the development of the heart before birth; it is not related to anything the parents did or failed to do.
Which specialist treats it? Evaluation usually falls to the pediatric cardiologist and, when appropriate, the cardiovascular surgeon; the pediatrician accompanies the overall follow-up. If a baby shows signs of unusual tiredness or feeding problems, it is advisable to consult a health professional who can guide the next steps.
Data on 252 doctors who treat alcapa
Which specialist treats alcapa?
ALCAPA is a congenital heart malformation managed mainly by a cardiologist, with support from a pediatrician or internist depending on the patient's age; other specialists such as an ophthalmologist, dermatologist, or ENT specialist may be involved if there are associated conditions. If a baby or child has trouble breathing, fatigue, or bluish skin color, see a cardiologist or pediatrician right away. You can find these specialists near you through our directory.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in alcapa
Dr. Guillermo Mezquita Macias
Dr. Rafael Tejeda Castro
Dr. Tania Zertuche Maldonado
Dr. Arturo Orozco Gutierrez
Dr. Yonatan Ivan Rivera Aragon
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jennifer Pérez Mejia
Dr. Miguel López Vázquez
Dr. Juan Carlos Bueno García
Dr. Daniela Julian Peral
Dr. José Joel Parada Jiménez
Dr. Saul Favela Aldaco
Dr. René Castrejon Morales
Dr. Raul Pedraza Grijalva
Dr. Carlos Alfredo Albarran de Regil
Dr. Fernando Rafael Salinas Gonzalez
Dr. Pedro Gutierrez Lizardi
Dr. Germán Estanislao Velarde Magaña
Dr. Pedro Mario Gonzalez Martinez
Dr. Ricardo Huerta Figueroa
Frequently asked questions
What is alcapa?
ALCAPA (anomalous origin of the left coronary artery from the pulmonary artery) is a rare congenital heart defect in which this artery arises from the wrong vessel, which disrupts the supply of oxygen to the heart muscle.
Which doctor treats alcapa?
ALCAPA is a congenital heart malformation managed mainly by a cardiologist, with support from a pediatrician or internist depending on the patient's age; other specialists such as an ophthalmologist, dermatologist, or ENT specialist may be involved if there are associated conditions. If a baby or child has trouble breathing, fatigue, or bluish skin color, see a cardiologist or pediatrician right away. You can find these specialists near you through our directory.