Papillary fibroelastoma
Papillary Fibroelastoma
Papillary fibroelastoma (pronunciation: puh-pil-uh-ree fahy-broh-i-las-toh-muh) is a rare type of cardiac tumor that is typically benign. It is the most common type of primary cardiac tumor in autopsy series, although myxomas are more commonly found in living patients.
Etymology
The term "papillary fibroelastoma" is derived from the Latin papilla meaning "nipple", the Greek fibra meaning "fiber", and the Greek elastos meaning "elastic", and -oma a suffix used in medical terminology to indicate a tumor or growth. This name reflects the tumor's characteristic appearance, which is similar to a sea anemone with multiple frond-like projections.
Description
Papillary fibroelastomas are typically small, often less than 1 cm in diameter, and are usually attached to the heart valves, most commonly the aortic and mitral valves. They are composed of a core of elastic fibers covered by a layer of endothelial cells. Despite their benign nature, they can cause serious complications if they embolize or obstruct blood flow.
Symptoms
Symptoms of papillary fibroelastoma can vary widely, depending on the size and location of the tumor. Some patients may be asymptomatic, while others may experience symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, syncope, or stroke.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of papillary fibroelastoma is typically made through imaging studies such as echocardiography, computed tomography (CT) scan, or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).
Treatment
Treatment for papillary fibroelastoma often involves surgical removal of the tumor to prevent embolization or obstruction. In some cases, anticoagulation therapy may be used.
Related Terms
- Cardiac tumor
- Benign tumor
- Echocardiography
- Computed tomography (CT)
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
- Anticoagulation therapy
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Papillary fibroelastoma
- Wikipedia's article - Papillary fibroelastoma
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