Cardiovascular magnetic resonance characterization of a hamartoma in an asyntomatic child

Abstract Background The prevalence of primary cardiac neoplasms is approximately 0.3% and these masses should be distinguished from many of other primary and secondary processes that can occur in the heart. Further assessment of the left ventricular mass presents important clinical implications. Car...

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Published in:International journal of cardiology 2009-03, Vol.132 (3), p.e102-e104
Main Authors: Fazio, Giovanni, Grassedonio, Emanuele, Cracolici, Eliana, Novo, Giuseppina, Sutera, Loredana, Pipitone, Salvatore, Mongiovi, Maurizio, Novo, Salvatore, Midiri, Massimo
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Language:English
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Cardiac neoplasms
Cardiovascular
Cardiovascular magnetic resonance
Characterizing
Hamartoma
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Summary:Abstract Background The prevalence of primary cardiac neoplasms is approximately 0.3% and these masses should be distinguished from many of other primary and secondary processes that can occur in the heart. Further assessment of the left ventricular mass presents important clinical implications. Cardiovascular magnetic resonance was used. Clinical case An asyntomatic 12-year-old child was referred for cardiovascular magnetic resonance imaging to further assess a left ventricular mass found after an echocardiography, executed for assessment for sport activity. His past medical history was absolutely negative. The patient was in optimal state of health. The EKG showed an aspecific ST elevation. A hamartoma was diagnosed. A surgical approach was performed. After 7 days the patient is in good condition.
ISSN:0167-5273
1874-1754
DOI:10.1016/j.ijcard.2007.08.031