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Papillary Fibroelastoma Arising From the Coumadin Ridge: A Rare Extravalvular Cardiac Tumor Diagnosed by
Dharmikkumar Jadvani1, Aakash Rana2, Rutvikkumar Jadvani3
1Internal Medicine, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, USA.
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Summary
This case report details a rare papillary fibroelastoma (PFE) on the Coumadin ridge in an elderly patient. Multimodality imaging confirmed the benign tumor, guiding conservative management due to comorbidities.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Cardiac Imaging
- Oncology
Background:
- Papillary fibroelastoma (PFE) is the most common primary cardiac tumor in adults.
- PFE typically occurs on heart valves but rarely on the Coumadin ridge.
- Distinguishing PFE from infective endocarditis is crucial for appropriate management.