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Cardiac papillary fibroelastoma in left ventricular apex
María Margarita Company Campins1, Ester Antón, Fernando Enríquez
1Department of Anatomical Pathology, Hospital Son Dureta, E-07014, Palma de Mallorca, Spain. mcompany5@hotmail.com
Summary
Papillary fibroelastoma, a rare benign heart tumor, can occur in the left ventricle. This case highlights its unusual presentation and diagnosis via surgical removal and examination.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Oncology
- Pathology
Background:
- Papillary fibroelastoma (PF) is a rare, benign cardiac neoplasm, accounting for less than 10% of primary heart tumors.
- Typically found on cardiac valves, PF is often an incidental finding during cardiac surgery or autopsy.
Observation:
- A patient presented with symptoms of transient ischemic attack.
- Diagnostic evaluation revealed an unusual tumor located at the apex of the left ventricle.
Findings:
- The patient underwent surgical resection of the left ventricular tumor.
- Post-operative macroscopic and microscopic examination confirmed the diagnosis of papillary fibroelastoma.
Implications:
- This case expands the known anatomical locations for papillary fibroelastoma.
- Highlights the importance of considering rare cardiac tumors in the differential diagnosis of neurological events like transient ischemic attacks.
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