Pleural Fibroma
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A pleural fibroma is a rare tumor that develops in the pleura, the membrane that lines the lungs and the inner surface of the chest; in most cases it behaves in a benign manner.
Common symptoms: It usually grows slowly and, when small, may cause no discomfort; as it grows in size it can cause cough, chest pain, or a feeling of shortness of breath.
How it is detected: It is often discovered incidentally on chest imaging studies requested for another reason.
Which specialist treats it? The cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon is the one who evaluates this type of lesion and defines the most appropriate course of action. If a mass in the pleura is identified on an X-ray or CT scan, it is advisable to have a professional study it carefully to clarify its nature.
Data on 19 doctors who treat pleural fibroma
Which specialist treats pleural fibroma?
A pleural fibroma is evaluated by a cardiothoracic surgeon, a specialist in the chest. If you have chest pain or difficulty breathing, it's a good idea to schedule a consultation with this specialist.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in pleural fibroma
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Erika Salinas Lezama
Dr. Sandra Briseida Hernández León
Dr. Flor Corona
Dr. Bernardo Velazquez Pallares
Dr. Gloria Nayeli Vega Hernández
Dr. Iran Pardo
Dr. Jorge Alfonso Trejo Buendía
Dr. Lorena Ibañez
Dr. Jetzabel Ortiz
Dr. Axel Bermúdez Sotelo
Dr. Joel Ruben Canuto Resendiz
Frequently asked questions
What is pleural fibroma?
A pleural fibroma is a rare tumor that develops in the pleura, the membrane that lines the lungs and the inner surface of the chest; in most cases it behaves in a benign manner.
Which doctor treats pleural fibroma?
A pleural fibroma is evaluated by a cardiothoracic surgeon, a specialist in the chest. If you have chest pain or difficulty breathing, it's a good idea to schedule a consultation with this specialist.