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A Right Atrial Appendage Thrombus Mimicking a Tumor
Sajjad Ahmadi-Renani1, Mohammad Alidoosti1, Abbas Salehi-Omran2
1Department of Cardiology, Tehran Heart Center, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
Journal of Cardiovascular Echography
|April 8, 2021
Summary
An incidentally found right atrial mass in an elderly man was diagnosed as organized thrombosis. This case highlights the importance of considering thrombi in the differential diagnosis of cardiac masses, especially with predisposing factors.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Pathology
- Medical Imaging
Background:
- Right atrial masses can be incidentally detected via echocardiography.
- Atrial fibrillation is a common arrhythmia, increasing the risk of thrombus formation.
- Distinguishing cardiac masses from thrombi is crucial for appropriate management.
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