Related Experiment Video
Updated: Sep 5, 2025

Author Spotlight: Developing a Translational Model for Atrial Fibrillation Research Across Species
Published on: November 21, 2023
Left ventricular chordae tendinae myxoma causing stroke: A rare finding
Nicholas Suraci1, Rebecca Lee1
1Department of Anesthesiology, Loyola University Medical Center, Maywood, IL, USA.
Abstract:
A 52-year-old woman presented with dysarthria and right-sided weakness in her upper and lower extremities prompting thrombolytic therapy with mild resolution of symptoms. Further work-up revealed (the source) a left ventricular myxoma on the chordae tendinae of the posterior medial papillary muscle, confirmed with transesophageal echocardiography and pathology. Herein, we present a rare case of embolic stroke from a myxoma originating on the chordae tendinae. To the best of our knowledge, the literature on the location and presentation of this tumor as seen in our patient is sparse in contemporary findings.
More Related Videos
Related Concept Videos
Mitral Stenosis I: Introduction
Mitral Valve Prolapse I: Introduction
Cardiomyopathy III: Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
Mitral Stenosis II: Clinical features and Diagnostic Tests
Mitral Regurgitation I: Introduction
Cardiomyopathy II: Dilated Cardiomyopathy

