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Constrictive pericarditis caused by primary liposarcoma.

R J Lionarons1, J van Baarlen, J F Hitchcock

  • 1Department of Cardiology, University Hospital, Utrecht, The Netherlands.

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A rare case of pleomorphic liposarcoma originating in the pericardium presented as constrictive pericarditis. Surgical exploration revealed an unresectable tumor encasing the heart and invading the left ventricular apex.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiovascular Pathology
  • Thoracic Oncology
  • Cardiac Surgery

Background:

  • Constrictive pericarditis, a condition limiting the heart's ability to pump blood, can be caused by various factors, including tumors.
  • Pericardial masses are uncommon, and their malignant potential requires thorough investigation.

Observation:

  • A 30-year-old male presented with symptoms indicative of constrictive pericarditis.
  • Advanced imaging, including echocardiography and computed tomography, revealed a significant mass originating from the pericardium.
  • The mass extensively surrounded the heart and demonstrated invasion into the left ventricular apex.

Findings:

  • A thoracotomy confirmed the presence of an unresectable pleomorphic liposarcoma.
  • The tumor arose directly from the pericardium, highlighting a rare anatomical origin for liposarcoma.

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  • Histopathological analysis identified the mass as a pleomorphic liposarcoma, a malignant soft tissue tumor.

    • Implications:

    • This case underscores the importance of considering rare tumors in the differential diagnosis of constrictive pericarditis.
    • The unresectable nature and cardiac invasion of this pericardial liposarcoma present significant therapeutic challenges.
    • Further research into the optimal management strategies for primary pericardial liposarcomas is warranted.