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Pericardial cyst. Surgical resection in two symptomatic cases
1Department of Cardio-Vascular Surgery, Hospital N.S. del Pino, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain.
The Journal of Cardiovascular Surgery
|April 1, 1996
Summary
Surgical resection of symptomatic pericardial cysts is recommended for all low-risk patients. This approach eliminates the mass, relieves symptoms, and allows for definitive histological examination.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Thoracic Surgery
- Pathology
Background:
- Pericardial cysts are rare, benign lesions arising from the pericardium.
- Symptomatic pericardial cysts require careful consideration for management.
- Diagnosis often involves imaging techniques like echocardiography and CT scans.
Observation:
- Two cases of symptomatic pericardial cysts treated with surgical resection are presented.
- The study discusses pathological features, diagnostic modalities, and alternative management strategies.
- Previous cases of excised pericardial cysts are also reviewed.
Findings:
- Surgical excision is a viable option for symptomatic pericardial cysts.
- Resection effectively removes the cyst, alleviating patient symptoms.
- Histological examination post-excision confirms the benign nature of the lesion.
Implications:
- Excision of pericardial cysts in low-risk patients is recommended.
- The procedure offers definitive diagnosis and symptom relief.
- This management strategy minimizes potential complications associated with these benign tumors.