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Case Reports
. 2024 Sep;40(5):590-593.
doi: 10.1007/s12055-023-01673-7. Epub 2024 Jan 17.

A case report on asymptomatic ventricular hemangioma

Athira Sasidharan  1 , Sathi Puthen Parambath  1   2 , Kudakkachira Mathew Kuriakose  3
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Case Reports

A case report on asymptomatic ventricular hemangioma

Athira Sasidharan et al. Indian J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg. 2024 Sep.

Abstract

Intraventricular cardiac hemangiomas are very rare tumors that account for 5-10% of all cardiac tumors. We report a case of an asymptomatic 21-year-old young male who was incidentally detected with ventricular mass on echocardiography followed by magnetic resonance imaging. Surgical resection was done for confirmation and to avoid potential complications. Histopathology and immunohistochemical studies confirmed the diagnosis of a hemangioma of the ventricle. Subsequent regular follow-up has revealed no complications or recurrence, underscoring the favorable long-term prognosis. This case report highlights the importance of diagnostic evaluation even in asymptomatic individuals, allowing for early recognition and effective management of this rare cardiac entity.

Keywords: Benign cardiac tumors; Cardiac hemangioma; Surgical resection.

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Figures

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Echocardiogram showing a pedunculated lesion in RVOT. RVOT, right ventricular outflow tract
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Two different views of lesion on CMR. CMR, cardiac magnetic resonance
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Microscopy and immunohistochemistry findings. H&E, hematoxylin and eosin
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