Cardicure is committed to provide this high specialised service to the patients. Surgery for cardiac tumors is a complex and highly specialised medical procedure aimed at treating tumours located in and adjacent to the heart. These tumours can be either benign or malignant, but regardless of their nature, their presence in the heart can significantly impact its function and overall patient health.
Cardiac tumours are relatively rare, with the majority being benign. The most common type of benign cardiac tumour is myxoma, usually found in the left atrium. Malignant tumours, though less common, are more aggressive and pose a higher risk. The treatment of these tumours is urgent and critical, given the vital role of the heart in circulation.
The surgery for cardiac tumours requires a multidisciplinary approach involving cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, oncologists, and other specialists. The surgical approach to cardiac tumours varies depending on the tumor's size, location, and type. The primary goal of the surgery is to completely remove the tumour while preserving heart function. This often involves open-heart surgery, which requires a cardiopulmonary bypass machine to take over the heart's pumping action during the procedure.
A through preoperative evaluation which typically involves advanced imaging techniques like echocardiography, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), or computed tomography (CT) scans to determine the tumours characteristics and plan the surgical approach is carried out. In some cases, a biopsy may be performed to ascertain the nature of the tumour.
Postoperatively, patients are monitored for any complications. Recovery times can vary, with longer periods for traditional open-heart surgery.
The prognosis of cardiac tumours depends on various factors, including the type of tumour, its location, and the patient's overall health. With advances in surgical techniques and postoperative care, the outcomes of cardiac tumour surgeries continue to improve, offering hope and improved quality of life to affected patients.
