Recurrent atrial myxoma: resection for Carney complex through a minimally invasive approach

J Card Surg. 2010 Sep;25(5):519-21. doi: 10.1111/j.1540-8191.2010.01040.x.

Abstract

Carney's complex is an autosomal dominant syndrome characterized by recurrent atrial myxomas with concurrent endocrinopathies and characteristic dermatologic features. We present the case of a woman who presented with a recurrent atrial myxoma after two previous resections for myxomas through median sternotomies. As a consequence, we utilized a minimally invasive right thoracotomy approach. We discuss the clinical and pathologic features of Carney complex and the importance of identifying individuals and families with this condition for treatment and counseling.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Cardiac Surgical Procedures / methods
  • Carney Complex / diagnostic imaging
  • Carney Complex / genetics*
  • Carney Complex / surgery*
  • Echocardiography, Transesophageal / methods
  • Female
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Genetic Counseling
  • Heart Atria / pathology
  • Heart Atria / surgery*
  • Heart Neoplasms / diagnostic imaging
  • Heart Neoplasms / genetics
  • Heart Neoplasms / surgery
  • Humans
  • Middle Aged
  • Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures / methods
  • Myxoma / diagnostic imaging
  • Myxoma / genetics
  • Myxoma / surgery
  • Neoplasm Recurrence, Local / diagnostic imaging
  • Neoplasm Recurrence, Local / genetics
  • Neoplasm Recurrence, Local / surgery*
  • Reoperation
  • Risk Assessment
  • Sternotomy / methods
  • Thoracotomy / methods*
  • Treatment Outcome