Papillary fibroelastoma originating from the atrial septum touching the mitral valve leading to infective endocarditis: a case report
Cardiac papillary fibroelastoma is a rare benign tumor, which is often mistaken for a vegetation. Predominantly asymptomatic, it can cause life-threatening complications. Although rare, mobile papillary fibroe...
Source: Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery - Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Koji Funaishi, Hirofumi Kasahara, Naohiko Oki, Tomoyori Nakatogawa and Kazuhiro Yamanoi Tags: Case Report Source Type: research
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