Symptoms can vary, but may include chest pain, shortness of breath, heart palpitations (irregular heartbeat), fatigue, or swelling in the ankles or legs (edema). Early detection is crucial, so be sure to consult your doctor if you experience any of these symptoms.
Diagnosis often involves a combination of tests like echocardiogram (ultrasound of the heart), chest X-ray, cardiac MRI, and sometimes a biopsy (tissue sample) to determine the tumor type.
Treatment depends on the type of tumor (benign or malignant) and its location. Options include:
* Surgery: Most common for benign tumors, removing all or part of the growth.
* Catheter Ablation: Minimally invasive procedure using heat or cold to destroy specific tumors.
* Radiation Therapy: High-energy X-rays to target and kill cancer cells (often for malignant tumors).
* Chemotherapy: Powerful drugs to kill cancer cells (often combined with other treatments).
* Medications: To manage symptoms, shrink tumors, or control growth (for benign tumors).
Recovery time varies depending on the type of treatment. Open-heart surgery typically requires a longer hospital stay and recovery period compared to minimally invasive procedures.
Consult your doctor for clearance before air travel, especially after major surgery. They may advise waiting a certain period for recovery.
Cost starts from 9500USD and it depends on hospital and surgeon and other factors.
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