Cardiac papillary fibroelastomas(CPFs) are the second most common primary cardiac tumors and the most common cardiac valvular tumors. Although they are histologically benign and usually asymptomatic, CPFs can lead to ...Cardiac papillary fibroelastomas(CPFs) are the second most common primary cardiac tumors and the most common cardiac valvular tumors. Although they are histologically benign and usually asymptomatic, CPFs can lead to serious and life-threatening complications like myocardial infarction, stroke, pulmonary embolus, cardiac arrest etc. CPFs represent a rare entity in clinical medicine and literature regarding their management is limited. We report two cases which illustrate such complications arising from undiagnosed CPFs on the aortic valve. We further stress on the importance of identifying CPFs early so that they can be managed appropriately based on recommendations from the available literature.展开更多
Papillary fibroelastomas (PFEs) are benign tumors of the endocardium that most frequently affect cardiac valves and typically present with embolic symptoms such as stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA). Surgical e...Papillary fibroelastomas (PFEs) are benign tumors of the endocardium that most frequently affect cardiac valves and typically present with embolic symptoms such as stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA). Surgical excision is usually recommended for left-sided tumors and is associated with excellent long-term outcomes. The use of a robot-assisted, minimally invasive surgical approach for management of mitral valve disease is growing, and has been associated with shorter hospital stays and improved early quality of life. Three-dimensional (3D) transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) offers several advantages in the assessment of mitral valve disease and cardiac tumors, including the ability to precisely locate the site of attachment of the mass and the spatial relationships to surrounding structures. These factors are particularly important when planning a surgical approach. We report two cases of mitral valve PFEs which were successfully removed using a robot-assisted, minimally invasive surgical approach with 3D TEE imaging. This approach to treatment of PFEs is an attractive alternative to the traditional approach involving median sternotomy.展开更多
Papillary fibroelastoma of the aortic valve is an uncommon benign tumor of the heart that can present with embolic events.We report a case of 54-year-old lady with exertional chest pain and prior history of ST segment...Papillary fibroelastoma of the aortic valve is an uncommon benign tumor of the heart that can present with embolic events.We report a case of 54-year-old lady with exertional chest pain and prior history of ST segment elevation myocardial infarction who was subsequently found to have a fibroelastoma of the aortic valve.The absence of angiographically significant coronary artery disease and resolution of anginal symptoms post-surgery in our patient points to the possibility of fibroelastoma causing these anginal symptoms.Although uncommon,fibroelastoma are being recognized more frequently with the help of transesophageal echocardiography.Hence,in the absence of significant coronary artery disease,we emphasize the importance of consideration of papillary fibroelastoma of the aortic valve as a cause of angina.We also discuss the key aspects of the fibroelastoma including presentation,diagnostic modalities and treatment options.展开更多
Cardiac papillary fibroelastoma is the third most frequent primary cardiac tumor, after myxoma and fibroma. A papillary fibroelastoma that arises from the papillary muscle is rare. We removed a papillary fibroelastoma...Cardiac papillary fibroelastoma is the third most frequent primary cardiac tumor, after myxoma and fibroma. A papillary fibroelastoma that arises from the papillary muscle is rare. We removed a papillary fibroelastoma located at the anterior papillary muscle of the tricuspid valve. The papillary muscle needed reconstruction. We used the loop technique to adjust the length of the papillary muscle and performed annuloplasty by using an artificial ring.展开更多
Papillary fibroelastoma is an uncommon tumor. Recognitions of this tumor have been improved thanks to modern imaging advances, which have made more patients to be identified, but at the same time, the management of th...Papillary fibroelastoma is an uncommon tumor. Recognitions of this tumor have been improved thanks to modern imaging advances, which have made more patients to be identified, but at the same time, the management of this disease is still controversial. There aren’t enough studies to basic clinical actions. We present 2 interesting cases involving the semilunar valves. The purpose of presenting these cases is to review this rare disease and the superiority of the three-dimensional echocardiography in their diagnosis.展开更多
Objective To evaluate the transesophageal echocardiography(TEE) and surgical treatment to cardiac papillary fibroelastomas (CPFE). Methods CPFE is a rare benign tumor occuring mainly in valves and often revealed by se...Objective To evaluate the transesophageal echocardiography(TEE) and surgical treatment to cardiac papillary fibroelastomas (CPFE). Methods CPFE is a rare benign tumor occuring mainly in valves and often revealed by serious cerebral, coronary and peripheral embolism or even sudden death. We report a case of mitral PFE diagnosed by transesophageal echocardiography (TEE), and surgical resection was performed. Results Surgical intervention is successful, and the follow-up courses are uneventful. Conclusion TEE is helpful to diagnosis and guiding the operation. Operation is recommended to prevent recurrent embolization complications.展开更多
文摘Cardiac papillary fibroelastomas(CPFs) are the second most common primary cardiac tumors and the most common cardiac valvular tumors. Although they are histologically benign and usually asymptomatic, CPFs can lead to serious and life-threatening complications like myocardial infarction, stroke, pulmonary embolus, cardiac arrest etc. CPFs represent a rare entity in clinical medicine and literature regarding their management is limited. We report two cases which illustrate such complications arising from undiagnosed CPFs on the aortic valve. We further stress on the importance of identifying CPFs early so that they can be managed appropriately based on recommendations from the available literature.
文摘Papillary fibroelastomas (PFEs) are benign tumors of the endocardium that most frequently affect cardiac valves and typically present with embolic symptoms such as stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA). Surgical excision is usually recommended for left-sided tumors and is associated with excellent long-term outcomes. The use of a robot-assisted, minimally invasive surgical approach for management of mitral valve disease is growing, and has been associated with shorter hospital stays and improved early quality of life. Three-dimensional (3D) transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) offers several advantages in the assessment of mitral valve disease and cardiac tumors, including the ability to precisely locate the site of attachment of the mass and the spatial relationships to surrounding structures. These factors are particularly important when planning a surgical approach. We report two cases of mitral valve PFEs which were successfully removed using a robot-assisted, minimally invasive surgical approach with 3D TEE imaging. This approach to treatment of PFEs is an attractive alternative to the traditional approach involving median sternotomy.
文摘Papillary fibroelastoma of the aortic valve is an uncommon benign tumor of the heart that can present with embolic events.We report a case of 54-year-old lady with exertional chest pain and prior history of ST segment elevation myocardial infarction who was subsequently found to have a fibroelastoma of the aortic valve.The absence of angiographically significant coronary artery disease and resolution of anginal symptoms post-surgery in our patient points to the possibility of fibroelastoma causing these anginal symptoms.Although uncommon,fibroelastoma are being recognized more frequently with the help of transesophageal echocardiography.Hence,in the absence of significant coronary artery disease,we emphasize the importance of consideration of papillary fibroelastoma of the aortic valve as a cause of angina.We also discuss the key aspects of the fibroelastoma including presentation,diagnostic modalities and treatment options.
文摘Cardiac papillary fibroelastoma is the third most frequent primary cardiac tumor, after myxoma and fibroma. A papillary fibroelastoma that arises from the papillary muscle is rare. We removed a papillary fibroelastoma located at the anterior papillary muscle of the tricuspid valve. The papillary muscle needed reconstruction. We used the loop technique to adjust the length of the papillary muscle and performed annuloplasty by using an artificial ring.
文摘Papillary fibroelastoma is an uncommon tumor. Recognitions of this tumor have been improved thanks to modern imaging advances, which have made more patients to be identified, but at the same time, the management of this disease is still controversial. There aren’t enough studies to basic clinical actions. We present 2 interesting cases involving the semilunar valves. The purpose of presenting these cases is to review this rare disease and the superiority of the three-dimensional echocardiography in their diagnosis.
文摘Objective To evaluate the transesophageal echocardiography(TEE) and surgical treatment to cardiac papillary fibroelastomas (CPFE). Methods CPFE is a rare benign tumor occuring mainly in valves and often revealed by serious cerebral, coronary and peripheral embolism or even sudden death. We report a case of mitral PFE diagnosed by transesophageal echocardiography (TEE), and surgical resection was performed. Results Surgical intervention is successful, and the follow-up courses are uneventful. Conclusion TEE is helpful to diagnosis and guiding the operation. Operation is recommended to prevent recurrent embolization complications.
