Cardiac Tumors in Children

Cardiac tumors in children are abnormal cell growths within the heart that can be either cancerous or non-cancerous. Even non-cancerous tumors, which are rare, can be life-threatening due to their location and impact on heart function. Immediate diagnosis and treatment are crucial.

The most common types of cardiac tumors in children include:

  • Teratoma
  • Rhabdomyoma
  • Fibroma

Cardiac tumors in children are typically diagnosed using advanced imaging techniques such as PET scans, echocardiograms (EKG/ECG), or cardiac MRIs. Blood tests may also be conducted to identify specific markers.

Treatment Options for Cardiac Tumors in Children

Treatment depends on the type and severity of the tumor:
  • 1. Targeted Therapy: Often used for rhabdomyomas.
  • 2. Chemotherapy Combined with Surgery: Commonly used for sarcomas.
  • 3. Surgical Removal: The primary treatment for most other cardiac tumors.

During surgery, a cardiac surgeon removes the tumor and a small portion of the surrounding heart tissue to minimize the risk of recurrence. The procedure is an open-heart surgery performed with the aid of a heart-lung bypass machine, which temporarily takes over the heart's functions during the operation.

This surgery is complex but has a success rate of 65-75% when performed by experienced cardiac surgeons.

Post-Surgery Care

After surgery, the average hospital stay is 7-10 days, including 24-48 hours in the ICU for close monitoring. Upon discharge, the child must adhere to the following recovery guidelines:
  • Complete rest and avoidance of strenuous activities.
  • No lifting of arms or heavy objects.
  • Avoidance of high-intensity sports, running, and jumping.
  • Follow specific bathing and wound-care instructions provided by healthcare professionals.

Cost of Cardiac Tumor Treatment

Cardiac tumor treatment costs start from approximately $10,000 and can go up to $40,000, depending on factors such as:
  • Follow specific bathing and wound-care instructions provided by healthcare professionals.
  • Cancer stage.
  • Tumor location within the heart.
  • Hospital and city of treatment.

Universelle Medicaid offers expert care for cardiac tumor surgeries, ensuring minimal risks and high success rates with its skilled team of cardiac surgeons.

Cardiac Tumor Treatment Costs

Treatment Cost Start From(USD)
Cardiac Tumors in Children 10,000-12,000
Pediatric Heart Surgery 3,000-3,500
ASD/VSD Closure Surgery 8,800-10,500
PTCA (Percutaneous Transluminal Angioplasty) 2,800-3,500

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ's)

The package includes food and accommodation while the patient is in the hospital. After discharge, we assist in finding suitable accommodations within your budget at a decent location near the hospital. Any accommodation costs outside the hospital will be the patient's responsibility.

Cost reductions can be achieved by opting for shared accommodations (e.g., double or multiple bed-sharing) or selecting lower-category hospitals.

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Important Notes

  • Prices are subject to change or withdrawal without notice.
  • These prices are indicative and may vary depending on the patient's condition at the time of admission.
  • A final estimate will be provided upon the patient's admission.

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