Year: 2024
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Primary cardiac tumors, though uncommon, play a significant role in medical practice. Cardiac myxoma is the most common benign cardiac tumor, characterized by varying symptoms depending on the location and size of the tumor. We report the case of a 44-year-old woman with complaints of shortness of breath, upper abdominal pain, and leg oedema. Right atrial myxoma was incidentally found after an echocardiography examination, which is an essential tool for detecting and diagnosing cardiac tumors. The patient exhibited clinical improvement with inotropic therapy and antibiotics and was referred for surgical removal of the tumor. Cardiac myxoma surgical procedures generally have a favorable prognosis with a high survival rate. However, postoperative complications such as arrhythmias and infections require close monitoring. Thus, early diagnosis and appropriate management are essential in addressing cardiac myxoma.
Source: Jurnal Sehat Indonesia (JUSINDO)
Authors: Rahmatulhusna Atikah, Budi Patria Meilus
Language: English
Topic: Cardiac tumors and thrombi
Subfield: Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4405356050