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Atrial myxoma - right



Heart, section through the middle
Heart, section through the middle
Heart, front view
Heart, front view
Right atrial myxoma
Right atrial myxoma


Atrial myxoma - right

Treatment:

The only effective treatment is surgical removal of the tumor.


Expectations (prognosis):

The probable outcome is poor without treatment. Although a myxoma is a benign tumor, tumor cells can break off and travel through the bloodstream to the lungs, producing pulmonary embolism.



Local growth of the tumor can obstruct blood flow through the heart, producing the symptoms and signs of tricuspid stenosis.


Complications:

Calling your health care provider:

Call your health care provider if you have any symptoms of atrial myxoma.




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