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Key Clinical MessageA middle‐aged woman with a history of resected colorectal cancer and receiving chemotherapy presented with a right atrial mass and the provisional diagnosis of myxoma supported by echocardiography, computed tomography, and magnetic resonance imaging. Successful surgical removal revealed organized thrombus instead.
Theofili Kousi+3 more
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Fetal Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance: History, Current Status, and Future Directions
Fetal cardiovascular magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has emerged as a complementary modality for prenatal imaging in suspected congenital heart disease. Ongoing technical improvements extend the potential clinical value of fetal cardiovascular MRI.
Dominika Suchá+5 more
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Cardiac myxoma often simulates multisystem disease and initially defies diagnosis. In this paper, we present three cases of cardiac myxoma in adults.
Aquilina, Oscar+2 more
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A sudden onset of parossistic atrial fibrillation [PDF]
A 67 years old woman with a medical history notable for arterial hypertension presented with sudden onset of parossistic atrial fibrillation and shortness of breath. On examination, she appeared in good health condition.
Bizzarri, Federico+3 more
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A Rare Case of Both Cardiac Myxoma and Left Coronary AVF, Diagnosis, and Management
ABSTRACT We present the case of a 62‐year‐old woman who was diagnosed with both cardiac myxoma and left coronary AVF, and we go on to discuss the course of her treatment and the outcome. In conclusion, this case study highlights the rare coexistence of an atrial myxoma and a congenital coronary arteriovenous fistula in a 65‐year‐old woman.
Isa Khaheshi+3 more
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An unusual cause of shortness of breath and fever [PDF]
A case of a 57 year old man who presented with shortness of breath and fever is discussed . The patient was suffering from multiple lung abscesses.
Cachia, Mario J., Despott, Edward
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Hughes–Stovin Syndrome: A Rare Cause of Pulmonary Artery Aneurysm and Thrombosis—A Case Report
ABSTRACT Hughes–Stovin Syndrome (HSS) is a rare, life‐threatening condition characterized by thrombophlebitis and pulmonary artery aneurysms, often viewed as a variant of Behçet's disease. Its diagnosis and management are challenging due to its rarity and overlapping symptoms with other vascular disorders.
Abdul Qadir+3 more
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Multiple arterial embolization from left atrial myxoma in a Maltese boy [PDF]
Atrial myxoma is rare in adults and even rarer in children. In this article the author describes. The presentation may be with embolic, obstructive or constitutional symptoms, which may be dramatic and life-threatening.
Elliott, Martin, Vassallo Agius, Paul
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A giant left atrial myxoma causing left-sided heart failure
This report presents a case study on giant left atrial myxoma. Transthoracic echocardiography showed a giant mass in the left atrium of a 53-year-old female patient causing functional mitral stenosis.
Akiko Baba+3 more
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A Survey of Pathways for Mechano-Electric Coupling in the Atria [PDF]
Mechano-electric coupling (MEC) in atrial tissue has received sparse investigation to date, despite the well-known association between chronic atrial dilation and atrial fibrillation (AF). Of note, no fewer than six different mechanisms pertaining to stretch-activated channels, cellular capacitance and geometric effects have been identified in the ...
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