ArticleJournal of surgical case reports2025
Unexpected journey: a colon adenocarcinoma metastatic to the heart.
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- Cardiac metastases from colorectal cancer: a comprehensive systematic review of clinical presentation, cardiac involvement, and outcomes.Clinical & experimental metastasis · 2026Pooled it
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Abstract
Cardiac metastasis from colon adenocarcinoma is a notably rare occurrence but one that warrants detailed discussion due to its complex clinical presentation and significant implications for patient management. The literature on this topic is sparse, with only 31 reported cases, underscoring its rarity and the challenges in developing standardized treatment protocols. This study presents a 53-year-old female patient who was suffering from metastatic adenocarcinoma of the cecum that included the right ventricle. The patient presented with shortness of breath on minimal exertion. The echocardiogram showed a right ventricle filling defect, histopathology confirms the diagnosis of metastatic adenocarcinoma from gastrointestinal origin. This report highlights the importance of recognizing intracardiac metastasis in colon cancer, providing valuable insights for enhanced understanding and potential guidance for future clinical decisions. Cardiac metastasis carries a poor prognosis, emphasizing the need for tailored management strategies.
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