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==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
Myxoma is usually a [[benign tumor]], but complications such as: [[Arrhythmias]], [[Pulmonary edema]], [[Peripheral emboli]], [[metastasis]], [[Blockage of the mitral heart valve]] can occur. | |||
==Natural History== | ==Natural History== | ||
==Complications== | ==Complications== | ||
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Ahmad Al Maradni, M.D. [2]
Overview
Myxoma is usually a benign tumor, but complications such as: Arrhythmias, Pulmonary edema, Peripheral emboli, metastasis, Blockage of the mitral heart valve can occur.
Natural History
Complications
Complications that can develop as a result of Myxoma are:
- Arrhythmias
- Pulmonary edema
- Peripheral emboli
- metastasis
- Blockage of the mitral heart valve
- sudden death
Prognosis
Myxoma is usually a benign tumor, but tumor can obstruct blood flow, and this may require emergent surgery to prevent sudden death.