Large asymptomatic Left Atrial Myxoma with ossification: case report
2008
Rare Case of a Giant Asymptomatic Left Atrial Myxoma
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Panagiotou Mattheos, Panagopoulos Nikolaos D, Ravazoula Panagiota, Kaklamanis Loukas, Koletsis Efstratios N
Primary Institution: Athens Medical Center, Athens Greece
Conclusion
This case highlights the rarity of an asymptomatic giant left atrial myxoma with bone formation.
Supporting Evidence
- The tumor was an incidental finding during a work-up for hemoptysis.
- The mass was excised together with the interatrial septum and the right lateral LA wall.
- Histopathological study revealed a benign myxoma with excessive osteoid content.
- The patient remained asymptomatic two years after surgery.
Takeaway
This study talks about a very unusual heart tumor that was really big but didn't cause any symptoms, and it even had some bone in it.
Methodology
The case involved surgical excision of a giant left atrial myxoma and subsequent histopathological analysis.
Participant Demographics
58-year-old male
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