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  • Cardiology
  • Gastroenterology
  • Radiology

Background:

  • Extrinsic heart compression by gastrointestinal (GI) structures is an underrecognized clinical finding.
  • It can range from incidental detection to life-threatening manifestations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a comprehensive analysis of the causes, clinical findings, and diagnostic imaging for extrinsic heart compression by GI structures.
  • To raise physician awareness of this uncommon condition.

Main Methods:

  • A narrative review of the literature was conducted.
  • Searches were performed on PubMed (MEDLINE), Embase, and Cochrane Central Databases up to December 31, 2023.

Main Results:

  • A broad spectrum of GI etiologies, clinical manifestations, and cardiac chamber involvement exists.
  • Physicians need to be aware of this condition to avoid misinterpretations.

Conclusions:

  • Timely diagnosis requires a comprehensive imaging approach.
  • Appropriate decision-making strategies are essential for patient management.