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Lymphangioma Presenting as Cardiac Tamponade in a Child

Prashant Mishra1, Pradeep Vaideeswar2, Supreet P Marathe1

  • 1Dr. PK Sen Department of Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery, Seth GS Medical College & King Edward Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, India.

Journal of Cardiac Surgery
|May 22, 2015
PubMed

Insights

Intrapericardial lymphangioma, a rare tumor in children, can cause life-threatening cardiac tamponade. This case highlights the importance of considering this rare diagnosis in pediatric patients with cardiac emergencies.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Cardiology
  • Congenital Malformations
  • Thoracic Surgery

Background:

  • Lymphangiomas are benign hamartomatous malformations.
  • They are typically found in the neck or axilla.
  • Intrapericardial location is exceptionally rare.

Observation:

  • A pediatric case of intrapericardial lymphangioma is presented.
  • The child presented with symptoms of cardiac tamponade.
  • Diagnostic imaging confirmed the presence of the mass within the pericardium.

Findings:

  • The intrapericardial mass was confirmed as a lymphangioma.
  • The tumor caused significant compression of the heart chambers.
  • Cardiac tamponade was the primary clinical manifestation.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the rarity and potential severity of intrapericardial lymphangiomas.
  • Early diagnosis and surgical intervention are crucial for favorable outcomes.
  • Further research into the embryogenesis and management of these rare tumors is warranted.

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