Patent Ductus Arteriosus
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Patent ductus arteriosus is a congenital heart disease in which a vessel that should close shortly after birth remains open, which alters the normal circulation between the pulmonary artery and the aorta.
Common symptoms:
- Rapid breathing or fatigue while feeding in babies
- Slower growth than expected
- In some cases, a murmur that the doctor detects on listening
When should you see a doctor? It is advisable to evaluate it when a murmur is suspected or when the baby tires while feeding and does not gain weight as expected.
Which specialist treats it? The pediatric cardiologist is the point of reference for assessing this condition, along with the pediatrician who provides general follow-up. A timely review makes it possible to define the most suitable plan with the specialist.
Data on 371 doctors who treat patent ductus arteriosus
Which specialist treats patent ductus arteriosus?
Patent ductus arteriosus is treated by a pediatric cardiologist in children, with support from a pediatrician; in adults, a cardiologist provides follow-up. You can book with a pediatric cardiologist near you.
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Doctors specialized in patent ductus arteriosus
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. José Miguel López Zepeda
Dr. Patrick Pendavis Heksner
Dr. Gerardo Arturo Nava Fuentes
Dr. Gerardo Arturo Nava Fuentes
Dr. Juan Carlos Zepeda Vilagrana
Dr. Alberto Martinez Matuk
Dr. Pedro Silva Sanchez
Dr. Rocio Maily Vázquez Martínez
Dr. Alfredo Delgado
Dr. Perla Santiago Garduza
Dr. José Augusto Ortíz Mortera
Dr. Jose Carlos Licea Blanco
Dr. Amadeo Cervantes López
Dr. Adriana Miron Poumian
Dr. Kuautemok Reyes Santos
Dr. José Felipe Jaramillo Canales
Dr. Rafael Barron Ramirez
Dr. Maximiliano Elguezábal Mendoza
Frequently asked questions
What is patent ductus arteriosus?
Patent ductus arteriosus is a congenital heart disease in which a vessel that should close shortly after birth remains open, which alters the normal circulation between the pulmonary artery and the aorta.
Which doctor treats patent ductus arteriosus?
Patent ductus arteriosus is treated by a pediatric cardiologist in children, with support from a pediatrician; in adults, a cardiologist provides follow-up. You can book with a pediatric cardiologist near you.