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Intracardiac thrombi: frequency, location, etiology, and complications: a morphologic review--Part I
B F Waller1, L Grider, T M Rohr
1Cardiovascular Pathology Registry, St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis, Indiana, USA.
Clinical Cardiology
|August 1, 1995
Insights
Intracardiac thrombus, a common finding in autopsies, is linked to various heart conditions. This review classifies thrombus by location and cause, highlighting primary cardiomyopathy as a key associated disorder.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Pathology
Background:
- Intracardiac thrombus is frequently observed during necropsy.
- Several cardiac disorders are associated with the presence of intracardiac thrombus.
Purpose of the Study:
- To classify intracardiac thrombus based on location and etiology.
- To review primary cardiomyopathy as a specific condition linked to intracardiac thrombus.
Main Methods:
- Literature review focusing on intracardiac thrombus classification.
- Analysis of etiological factors and associated cardiac conditions.
Main Results:
- Classification of intracardiac thrombus by anatomical location.
- Identification of primary cardiomyopathy as a significant associated condition.
Conclusions:
- Understanding the classification and etiology of intracardiac thrombus is crucial.
- Primary cardiomyopathy represents a key etiological factor for intracardiac thrombus.
Abstract:
Intracardiac thrombus is a frequent finding at necropsy. Various cardiac disorders have been associated with its presence. Part I of this 5-part article focuses on classification by location and etiology and reviews primary cardiomyopathy as a specific condition associated with intracardiac thrombus.