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Published on: July 17, 2013
[Cardiac angiosarcoma]
Insights
A rare right atrial angiosarcoma caused recurrent pericardial effusion in a young patient. Echocardiography and advanced imaging aided diagnosis, followed by surgical biopsy and treatment review.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Oncology
- Diagnostic Imaging
Background:
- Recurrent hemorrhagic pericardial effusion can be a rare manifestation of intracardiac tumors.
- Right atrial masses are uncommon and can present with diverse clinical symptoms.
Abstract:
We report a case of a 29-year-old patient with recurrent hemorrhagic pericardial effusion secondary to a right atrial mass detected by transthoracic echocardiography. A more detailed anatomic study was provided by transesophageal echocardiogram and nuclear magnetic resonance imaging. During surgery, a biopsy confirmed the diagnosis of angiosarcoma. We discuss the contribution of echocardiography and other noninvasive methods to evaluate intracardiac tumors. A brief review of treatment and prognosis is made.
