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  • Cardiology
  • Oncology
  • Surgical Pathology

Background:

  • Cardiac lipomas are rare, typically benign tumors.
  • They often remain asymptomatic, posing diagnostic challenges.
  • Delayed diagnosis and treatment can lead to complications.

Observation:

  • A 60-year-old man had a cardiac lipoma diagnosed in childhood.
  • Lack of surgical expertise in rural India prevented early removal.
  • The lipoma enlarged over 37 years, occupying the pericardial space.

Findings:

  • The patient presented with dyspnea due to the growing lipoma.
  • Surgical resection was attempted but complicated by the mass's extensive cardiac involvement.
  • The patient succumbed to the condition post-surgery.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the importance of timely diagnosis and management of cardiac lipomas, regardless of initial presentation.
  • It highlights the potential for even benign cardiac tumors to cause significant morbidity and mortality if left untreated.
  • Advances in surgical techniques and imaging are crucial for managing complex cardiac masses.