Cardiac Lymphangioma Encasing Right Coronary Artery in an Infant

Area of Science:

• Cardiovascular Surgery
• Pediatric Oncology
• Medical Imaging

Background:

• Cardiac lymphangioma, a rare benign heart tumor, presents unique challenges in pediatric patients.
• Early diagnosis and surgical intervention are crucial for managing cardiac lymphatic malformations.

Observation:

• A 3-year-old presented with a cystic lymphangioma encasing the right coronary artery.
• Cardiac MRI revealed a significant intra-pericardial mass involving the coronary artery.

Findings:

• Complete surgical resection of the cardiac lymphangioma was achieved using cardiopulmonary bypass.
• The right coronary artery was successfully skeletonized during tumor excision.

Implications:

• This successful resection demonstrates a viable surgical approach for complex pediatric cardiac tumors.
• Complete excision ensures favorable outcomes and prevents recurrence of cardiac lymphangioma.