Vincent L, Briski L, Calfa M, Colombo R. Ticking Time Bomb: Embolic Risks and Complex Management of an Exceptionally Large Papillary Fibroelastoma.
CASE (PHILADELPHIA, PA.) 2025;
9:95-100. [PMID:
40264693 PMCID:
PMC12011095 DOI:
10.1016/j.case.2024.11.003]
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Abstract
•PFEs carry significantly increased risk of embolic stroke. •This case demonstrates that PFEs may grow very large and cause hemodynamic significance. •Multidisciplinary surgical evaluation is crucial in reducing morbidity and mortality of PFEs.
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