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ArticleJournal of cardiothoracic surgery2024

Large ventricular myxoma causing inflow and outflow obstruction of the right ventricle; A Case Report.

Younis Yasin, Ahmad K Darwazah, Izat Rajabi, Fida Hussien Al-Ali, Rama Subhi, Asala Hasani, Diana Yasin, Maroun Helou

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Younis YasinCardiac Surgery Department, Palestine Medical Complex, Ramallah, Palestinian Territory.
Ahmad K DarwazahCardiac Surgery Department, Palestine Medical Complex, Ramallah, Palestinian Territory.
Izat RajabiCardiology Department, Princess Alia Governmental Hospital, Hebron, Palestinian Territory.
Fida Hussien Al-AliFaculty of Medicine, Palestine Polytechnic University, Hebron, Palestinian Territory.
Rama SubhiFaculty of Medicine, Palestine Polytechnic University, Hebron, Palestinian Territory.
Asala HasaniFaculty of Medicine, Palestine Polytechnic University, Hebron, Palestinian Territory.
Diana YasinFaculty of Medicine, Al-Quds University, Jerusalem, Palestine.
Maroun HelouMedical Internship, Palestine Medical Complex, Ramallah, Palestinian Territory. Marouns.helou@gmail.com.

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Abstract

backgroundMyxomas are the most common primary benign heart tumors, typically found in the left atrium, with only 2-4% occurring in the right ventricle. Clinical presentations vary widely, including congestive heart failure and systemic embolic phenomena. This case report describes a rare right ventricular myxoma causing both inflow and outflow obstruction, presenting as progressive exertional dyspnea. CASE PRESENTATION: A 23-year-old male presented with two weeks of worsening exertional dyspnea. He was stable but tachypneic with a systolic murmur over the tricuspid area. Elevated erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) and C-Reactive protein (CRP) were noted, while other lab tests were normal. Imaging, including echocardiography and chest tomography scan (CT) revealed a 4 × 3.8 × 4.6 cm mass in the right ventricle extending to the pulmonary trunk. Surgical resection via right ventriculotomy was performed, and histopathology confirmed myxoma. The patient recovered uneventfully.

conclusionRight ventricular myxomas, though rare, can cause significant obstruction and present with diverse symptoms. Timely diagnosis using imaging techniques like echocardiography is crucial. Surgical resection remains the definitive treatment, offering excellent outcomes and low recurrence rates. Early intervention is vital to prevent serious complications and ensure favorable patient prognosis.

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Heart NeoplasmsHeart VentriclesMyxomaVentricular Outflow ObstructionEchocardiographyHumansMaleTomography, X-Ray ComputedYoung AdultCardiothoracicMyxomaPalestineSurgery

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