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Left ventricular mass in a patient with Carney's complex.
Joseph W Szokol1, Mark Franklin, Glenn S Murphy
1Department of Anesthesiology, Evanston Northwestern Healthcare, Evanston, Illinois 60201, USA. szokol@nwu.edu
Anesthesia and Analgesia
|September 28, 2002
Summary
Carney
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Cardiology
- Oncology
Background:
- Carney's complex is a rare genetic disorder.
- It involves multiple endocrine neoplasias and myxomas.
Observation:
- Characterized by cardiac myxomas, adrenocortical disease, and GH-secreting adenomas.
- Other tumor types can also occur.
Findings:
- The exact prevalence and incidence of Carney's complex remain unknown.
- Clinical presentation varies widely among affected individuals.
Implications:
- Anesthesiologists must screen for cardiac tumors, cortisol excess, acromegaly, and nerve involvement.
- Early diagnosis and management are crucial for patient outcomes.