Diseases and Conditions
Atrioventricular canal defect
Overview
Symptoms
Causes
Risk factors
Complications
Diagnosis
Treatment
Coping and support
Prevention
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Prevention
Atrioventricular canal defect generally can't be prevented.
Some heart defects are passed down in families (inherited). If you have a family history of heart defects or if you already have a child with a congenital heart defect, talk with a genetic counselor and a cardiologist before getting pregnant again.
