Solitary Fibrous Tumor of the Pleura
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A localized fibrous tumor of the pleura is an uncommon growth that originates in the pleura, the membrane that lines the lungs and the chest cavity. It usually develops slowly and, in many cases, is detected incidentally.
Possible manifestations: When it causes symptoms, cough, chest discomfort, or a sensation of shortness of breath may be described, although at times it produces no obvious signs.
When should you seek care? When there is persistent chest discomfort or a finding on imaging studies, a specialized evaluation is advisable.
Which specialist treats it? The cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon is the appropriate professional to evaluate lesions of the pleura and the chest. Discussing any finding with this specialist makes it possible to study the case in detail.
Data on 12 doctors who treat solitary fibrous tumor of the pleura
Which specialist treats solitary fibrous tumor of the pleura?
Localized fibrous tumor of the pleura is treated by a cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon, a specialist in the chest and lungs. See this specialist if you have a cough, chest pain, or difficulty breathing.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in solitary fibrous tumor of the pleura
Dr. Rosa Elena Caballero Landinez
Dr. Edgar Varela Santoyo
Dr. Aslhie Oyuki Orzuna Vazquez
Dr. Rocío del Carmen Baltazar Contreras
Dr. Ramiro Garcia Ortiz
Dr. Eric Ortiz
Dr. Efraín Camarín Sánchez
Dr. Wendy R Muñoz Montaño
Dr. Wendy Rosangela Martínez Torres
Dr. Nora Sobrevilla Moreno
Dr. Benjamín Zavala Retes
Dr. Enrique Guzmán De Alba
Dr. Alma Lilia Ortiz Maldonado
Dr. Francisco López Sachiñas
Dr. Rocío Crystal Grajales Álvarez
Dr. Rocío Crystal Grajales Álvarez
Dr. Zuratzi Deneken Hernández
Dr. Fernando Enrique Mainero Ratchelous
Dr. Diana Fabiola Flores Díaz
Dr. Walid Leonardo Dajer Fadel
Frequently asked questions
What is solitary fibrous tumor of the pleura?
A localized fibrous tumor of the pleura is an uncommon growth that originates in the pleura, the membrane that lines the lungs and the chest cavity. It usually develops slowly and, in many cases, is detected incidentally.
Which doctor treats solitary fibrous tumor of the pleura?
Localized fibrous tumor of the pleura is treated by a cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon, a specialist in the chest and lungs. See this specialist if you have a cough, chest pain, or difficulty breathing.