Papillary Fibroelastoma of Pulmonary Valve Mimicking Infective Endocarditis
Journal of Cardiovascular Ultrasound
;
: 99-101, 2008.
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in English
| WPRIM
| ID: wpr-40614
ABSTRACT
In this report, we describe a case of previous undiagnosed masses of the pulmonary valve mimicking infective endocarditis that were incidentally found during the work-up of a 62-year-old woman, who was presented with abdominal discomfort and dyspepsia. The pathologic findings were characteristics of a papillary fibroelastoma. Although benign, papillary fibroelastomas have the potential to cause lethal embolic events such as stroke, myocardial infarction, and pulmonary embolism are reported in some cases. Tumor identification and surgical excision are important to prevent such complications.
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Main subject:
Pulmonary Embolism
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Pulmonary Valve
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Stroke
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Dyspepsia
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Endocarditis
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Myocardial Infarction
Type of study:
Prognostic study
Limits:
Female
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Humans
Language:
English
Journal:
Journal of Cardiovascular Ultrasound
Year:
2008
Type:
Article
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