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Pericarditis is defined as the inflammation of the pericardium, the thin, sac-like membrane surrounding the heart. This condition can cause significant chest pain and other symptoms, often necessitating medical intervention. The pericardium has two layers: the inner visceral layer and the outer parietal layer, separated by a small amount of fluid that reduces friction during heartbeats.Types of PericarditisPericarditis can be classified into several types based on the duration and nature of the...
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The primary objectives of managing pericarditis are to determine the underlying cause, provide effective therapy for treatment and symptom relief, and promptly detect signs and symptoms of cardiac tamponade. The following outlines the essential aspects of medical management for pericarditis:ObjectivesDetermine the Cause: Identifying the underlying cause of pericarditis is crucial for targeted treatment. Causes include viral infections, autoimmune diseases, post-cardiac injury syndrome, and...
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Laparoscopic Anatomical Right Hemihepatectomy via the In Situ Anterior Approach
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Laparoscopic Anatomical Right Hemihepatectomy via the In Situ Anterior Approach

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Intrapericardial hemangioma: a case report.

Nalini Gupta1

  • 1Department of Histopathology SRL (Religare) Reference Laboratory , Gurgaon, Haryana, India .

Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research : JCDR
|March 2, 2013
PubMed
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This case report highlights an extremely rare intrapericardial hemangioma, a benign tumor of the pericardium. Diagnosis was challenging, initially suspected as a left atrial myxoma based on imaging, but confirmed via histopathology after surgical excision.

Keywords:
HemangiomaIntrapericardial hemangiomaMyxoma

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Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Surgical Pathology

Background:

  • Pericardial hemangiomas are exceptionally rare primary tumors of the pericardium.
  • Few documented cases exist in medical literature, making them a diagnostic challenge.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To report a rare case of intrapericardial hemangioma.
  • To discuss the diagnostic considerations and histopathological findings of this rare entity.

Main Methods:

  • A 40-year-old male presented with exertional chest discomfort and palpitations.
  • Echocardiography (ECHO) and Colour Doppler ECHO revealed a large heterogeneous mass, initially suspected as a left atrial myxoma.
  • Surgical excision of the intrapericardial mass followed by histopathological examination.

Main Results:

  • Initial imaging suggested a left atrial myxoma due to the mass's location and appearance.
  • Intraoperative findings revealed an encapsulated mass within the pericardium.
  • Histopathological examination confirmed the mass as an intrapericardial hemangioma.

Conclusions:

  • Intrapericardial hemangioma is an extremely rare condition.
  • Diagnostic imaging may lead to misdiagnosis, emphasizing the importance of histopathology.
  • This case underscores the rarity and diagnostic complexities associated with pericardial hemangiomas.