Investigation of atrial mass by multi-imaging and biopsy

Odete R Mingas1, Mónica Rebelo2, Ximo Duarte3

  • 1Department of Pediatric Cardiology, Santa Cruz Hospital, Centro Hospitalar de Lisboa Ocidental, Av. Prof. Dr. Reinaldo dos Santos, 2790-134 Carnaxide, Portugal.

Insights

This case study details a child with relapsed acute lymphoblastic leukemia presenting a large intra-auricular lymphomatous mass. Advanced imaging and biopsy were used to investigate this rare presentation.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Oncology
  • Hematology
  • Medical Imaging

Background:

  • Acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) is a common childhood cancer.
  • Relapsed ALL presents significant treatment challenges.
  • Intra-auricular masses are rare manifestations in pediatric oncology.