This is a response to a question about whether it is possible to have cancer of the heart. Could you please answer me why the heart is the only organ in the human body which is not attacked by cancer. Unfortunately, just like almost all the other tissues and organs, malignant tumors do occur in the heart. However, tumors of the heart muscle do sometimes develop. Establishing the diagnosis of a cardiac malignancy is sometimes difficult because of their nonspecific clinical presentation.
Surgery is the treatment of choice for most primary malignant cardiac tumors.
Because the resection is often incomplete due to the extent and invasiveness of the tumor, radiation therapy can be used in conjunction with surgical resection. In general, the prognosis of a cardiac malignant tumor is poor. The information provided through OncoLink should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or a disease. It is not a substitute for professional care. If you have or suspect you may have a health problem, you should consult your health care provider.