Myxoma Flashcards by Jecca Gladwell

Q

What is it?

A

Most common primary cardiac tumour

75% affect left atrium

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What are the clinical features?

A

Weight loss
Pyrexia of unknown origin
Clubbing
Fatigue
SoB

Mid diastolic murmur with a tumour plop

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Q

What are the investigations?

A

ECHO- pedunculated mass?

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