Teen Overcomes Rare Tumor Disorder with Successful Heart Surgery
Amy Simpson, a 17-year-old from Texas, experienced 400 cardiac arrests in one week due to a large tumor compressing her coronary artery, a result of the rare Carney-Stratakis syndrome. After a high-risk open-heart surgery to remove the tumor, Amy's heart function returned to normal, allowing her to lead an active life. Despite facing another tumor in her neck, Amy remains optimistic and is pursuing her dreams, advocating for health awareness and the importance of seeking medical help.