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Papillary fibroelastoma of the left atrium in a 3-year-old boy

G Sierig1, D Vondrys, I Daehnert

  • 1Department of Pediatric Cardiology, Heart Centre, University of Leipzig, Struempellstrasse 39, D-04289 Leipzig, Germany.

Images in Paediatric Cardiology
|February 28, 2012
PubMed

Insights

A rare papillary fibroelastoma was found in a 3-year-old boy's heart. This cardiac tumor, originating from the interatrial septum, required surgical removal.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Cardiology
  • Cardiac Pathology

Background:

  • Cardiac tumors are rare in children.
  • Papillary fibroelastomas are the most common primary cardiac tumors, typically found in adults.

Observation:

  • A 3-year-old boy presented with a cardiac murmur.
  • Echocardiography revealed a large left atrial tumor originating from the interatrial septum.

Findings:

  • Surgical excision of the tumor was performed.
  • Histological examination confirmed a typical papillary fibroelastoma.

Implications:

  • This case highlights the rarity of papillary fibroelastomas in pediatric patients.
  • Early diagnosis and surgical intervention are crucial for favorable outcomes in pediatric cardiac tumors.

Keywords:
cardiac papillary fibroelastomainfant

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