Cardiac tumor
Cardiac Tumor
A Cardiac Tumor (pronounced: kahr-dee-ak too-mer) is a rare type of tumor that forms in the heart. The etymology of the term "Cardiac Tumor" is derived from the Greek words "kardia" meaning heart, and "tumere" meaning to swell, referring to the abnormal growth in the heart.
Types of Cardiac Tumors
There are two main types of cardiac tumors: Primary Cardiac Tumors and Secondary Cardiac Tumors. Primary cardiac tumors originate in the heart, while secondary cardiac tumors are metastatic, meaning they have spread to the heart from other parts of the body.
Primary Cardiac Tumors
Primary cardiac tumors are extremely rare. The most common type of primary cardiac tumor is a Myxoma, which is usually benign. Other types include Fibromas, Rhabdomyomas, and Lipomas.
Secondary Cardiac Tumors
Secondary cardiac tumors are more common than primary cardiac tumors. They often originate from lung cancers, breast cancers, melanomas, leukemias, and lymphomas.
Symptoms
Symptoms of a cardiac tumor can vary greatly depending on the size and location of the tumor. Common symptoms include shortness of breath, chest pain, palpitations, and syncope.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of a cardiac tumor often involves imaging studies such as echocardiography, computed tomography (CT) and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI).
Treatment
Treatment options for cardiac tumors depend on the type, size, and location of the tumor. They may include surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cardiac tumor
- Wikipedia's article - Cardiac tumor
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