{"id":11112,"date":"2025-08-27T22:29:43","date_gmt":"2025-08-27T19:29:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dryavuzbesogul.com\/kalpte-miksoma-nedir\/"},"modified":"2025-09-02T13:47:16","modified_gmt":"2025-09-02T10:47:16","slug":"kalpte-miksoma-nedir","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dryavuzbesogul.com\/en\/kalpte-miksoma-nedir\/","title":{"rendered":"Myxoma Causes, Symptoms and Treatment"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Atrial myxoma is the most common type of primary cardiac tumor, typically located in the left atrium. It can obstruct blood flow, cause embolic events, or mimic valvular heart disease, making early diagnosis and surgical removal essential for preventing life-threatening complications.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Symptoms of atrial myxoma vary depending on tumor size and location, often presenting as shortness of breath, fainting, or palpitations. Embolic complications may lead to stroke or peripheral arterial occlusion, underscoring the importance of recognizing warning signs promptly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diagnosis of myxoma relies on advanced imaging techniques such as echocardiography, MRI, and CT. Echocardiography, in particular, allows real-time visualization of the tumor\u2019s size, mobility, and attachment site, playing a critical role in both initial assessment and follow-up.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Treatment involves complete surgical excision, which generally results in excellent long-term outcomes. Recurrence is rare but possible, especially in familial syndromes like Carney complex. Lifelong clinical follow-up is recommended to detect any recurrence or late complications.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Definition<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Benign primary tumor of the heart, usually located in the left atrium (atrium)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Causes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Usually the cause is unknown; rarely it may be genetic (familial myxoma syndromes)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Risk Factors<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Middle age, female gender, family history of myxoma (rare)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Symptoms<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shortness of breath, palpitations, fainting, chest pain, weakness, fever, weight loss, embolism (clotting) symptoms<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diagnostic Methods<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Echocardiography (the most important diagnostic method), ECG, CT or MRI, cardiac catheterization<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Treatment Methods<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Surgical removal of the entire tumor (only treatment method)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Complications<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Embolism (clots in organs such as the brain, kidneys, legs), valve obstruction, arrhythmias, sudden death<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improvement and Follow-up<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regular postoperative echocardiography controls, monitoring the risk of nux<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prevention Methods<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No specific prevention; regular cardiologic control is recommended if there is a family history<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\t<section class=\"section\" id=\"section_696435809\">\n\t\t<div class=\"section-bg fill\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content relative\">\n\t\t\t\r\n\r\n<div class=\"row\"  id=\"row-1670271541\">\r\n\r\n\n\t<div id=\"col-121508138\" class=\"col small-12 large-12\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\" style=\"background-color:#02288a;\" >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\r\n\r\n<div class=\"row\"  id=\"row-294495629\">\r\n\r\n\n\t<div id=\"col-1958729332\" class=\"col medium-4 small-12 large-4\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\"  >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\r\n\r\n\t<div class=\"img has-hover border-gorsel x md-x lg-x y md-y lg-y\" id=\"image_321365804\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"img-inner dark\" >\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/dryavuzbesogul.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/yavuz-besogul-banner.jpg\" class=\"attachment-2048x2048 size-2048x2048\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dryavuzbesogul.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/yavuz-besogul-banner.jpg 700w, https:\/\/dryavuzbesogul.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/yavuz-besogul-banner-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/dryavuzbesogul.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/yavuz-besogul-banner-280x280.jpg 280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n#image_321365804 {\n  width: 100%;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\r\n\r\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n#col-1958729332 > .col-inner {\n  border-radius: 20px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\r\n\n\t<div id=\"col-1707746648\" class=\"col medium-8 small-12 large-8\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner dark\"  >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\r\n\r\n<p><strong><span style=\"font-size: 150%;\">Prof. Dr. Yavuz Be\u015fo\u011ful<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p>>Turkey\u2019s Cardiovascular Surgery Doctor<\/p>\r\n<div>\r\n<div>Professor Doctor Yavuz Be\u015fo\u011ful is one of the first doctors to perform heart surgeries with minimally invasive methods in cardiovascular surgery since 1997. 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id=\"What_is_Cardiac_Myxoma_and_why_is_it_a_danger\"><\/span>What is Cardiac Myxoma and why is it a danger?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In its simplest definition, a cardiac myxoma is a benign tumor that grows inside the heart. the word &#8220;benign&#8221; is usually reassuring because it means that it has not spread throughout the body, like cancerous cells, creating new foci in other organs. Myxoma cells are also innocent in this sense. But this is where the deceptive nature of myxoma begins. Among medical professionals, we call it &#8220;functionally malignant&#8221;. This is due to the dangers posed by his behavioral pattern.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can impair the function of the heart valves by preventing blood from flowing freely between the chambers. This causes your heart to work harder, tiring it out and eventually leading to the serious condition called heart failure. It is usually located in the left ear of the heart and attached to the wall by a thick stem. As it grows, it fills the left ear and can move and block the front of the mitral valve, mimicking mitral valve stenosis.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The main danger comes from the structure of the mixer. It is usually soft, friable and easily shattered. Small fragments of this gelatinous mass can break off with each beat of the heart. Caught in the bloodstream, these particles travel through the circulatory system like stray mines. Where this journey ends depends entirely on chance. If this is the money;<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If a blood vessel to the brain is blocked, a stroke occurs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If a blood vessel supplying the eye is blocked, sudden and permanent vision loss can occur.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If it blocks the blood vessels supplying the kidney or spleen, infarction (tissue death) can occur in these organs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the main artery to an arm or leg is blocked, the blood supply to that limb may be impaired, leading to gangrene.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because of this potential for blood flow obstruction (obstruction) and clot formation (embolism), myxoma, although cellularly benign, is a condition that needs to be taken seriously and treated as soon as it is diagnosed.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_common_is_Cardiac_Myxoma_and_who_is_at_risk\"><\/span><b>How common is Cardiac Myxoma and who is at risk?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cardiac myxoma is an extremely rare disease compared to the general population. The incidence rate in the general population is as low as one or two per hundred thousand. Although rare, when it comes to benign tumors that take root from the heart&#8217;s own tissue, myxoma is the most common type, accounting for more than half of these tumors.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is commonly known as a middle-aged disease. It is most common in people between 30 and 60 years of age, with an average age of diagnosis around 50. Its occurrence in children is extremely rare. When a myxoma is detected in a child, it can often be a sign of an underlying genetic syndrome such as the &#8220;Carney Complex&#8221; and requires more detailed investigation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An interesting feature of myxomania is its gender distribution. Although the cause is unknown, it is about two to three times more common in women than in men. This suggests that hormonal factors may play a role in tumor development, but this is not yet a proven theory.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_reasons_behind_myxoma_formation\"><\/span><b>What are the reasons behind myxoma formation?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The question of why myxomas arise is one of the most intriguing issues for patients. We can basically explain the development of these species by dividing them into two main categories:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sporadic (Incidental) Myxomas: This group accounts for about -95% of all myxoma cases and is the most common type we encounter. the word &#8220;sporadic&#8221; means that the condition occurs by chance, without a specific family history or a known genetic predisposition. So in most of these patients, we cannot find a clear trigger factor to explain why the tumor developed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Familial (Syndromic) Myxomas: A smaller proportion of cases, 5-10%, show a familial pattern. This is usually part of a genetic syndrome called the &#8220;Carney Complex&#8221;. This syndrome is a genetic disorder that can be passed from parent to child and causes problems in multiple systems in the body. People with Carney Complex may have tumors not only in the heart but also elsewhere in the body. Typical features of this syndrome include the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Myxoma development in the skin and breast in addition to the heart<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Small, brown-black mottled spots on the lips, eyelids and genital area (lentigines)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tumors of the endocrine system causing hormonal disorders.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_main_differences_between_Familial_and_Sporadic_Myxoma\"><\/span><b>What are the main differences between Familial and Sporadic Myxoma?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understanding whether a myxoma is sporadic or familial is vital to determine the follow-up plan after treatment. There are some clear differences between these two groups.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Characteristics of Sporadic Myxoma:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It usually occurs between the ages of 40 and 60.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is more common in women.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">U of cases are located in the left ear of the heart.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It usually takes the form of a single tumor.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once completely removed surgically, the risk of recurrence is very high.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Characteristics of Familial (Carney Complex) Myxoma:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is diagnosed at a much younger age, on average in the 20s.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It occurs equally in men and women.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can be found in more unusual parts of the heart, such as the right atrium or ventricles.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can occur in more than one chamber at the same time or as new tumors at different times.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even after successful surgery, the risk of recurrence or the development of new tumors is significantly higher.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Therefore, when a myxoma is detected, especially in a young patient or in a location other than the left ear of the heart, the possibility of an underlying Carney Complex should always be investigated.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_symptoms_of_a_myxoma\"><\/span><b>What are the symptoms of a myxoma?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The symptoms of myxomania can vary like a &#8220;chameleon&#8221;. Some patients may not experience any symptoms for years, while in others they may appear suddenly and with very severe symptoms. Symptoms usually depend on the size of the tumor, its location in the heart and how mobile it is. We can analyze the clinical picture under three main headings:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Symptoms of Heart Stricture:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These symptoms occur when the tumor, like a valve ball, blocks the opening of the heart valves or obstructs blood flow. It is particularly common in myxomas in the left auricle and may mimic signs of mitral valve stenosis. These are the symptoms that patients may experience:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shortness of breath that begins with exertion and over time is felt even at rest<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increased feeling of suffocation, especially when lying on your back<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shortness of breath and coughing attacks that wake you up at night<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dizziness or darkening of the eyes caused by changing position (e.g., standing up suddenly)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fainting (syncope)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Irregular heartbeats or palpitations<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Feeling of fullness or pressure in the mouth<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Embolism (Clot Throwing) Symptoms:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is the most dangerous and urgent consequence of myxoma. It occurs when a fragment breaks off from the tumor and blocks blood vessels. Symptoms vary depending on the location of the pinched vein.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brain Embolism (Stroke):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sudden weakness or numbness on one side of the body<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Speech impediment or lisp<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slippage in the mouth or face<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blurred or double vision<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Severe dizziness and loss of balance<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other Organ Embolisms:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sudden and severe leg or arm pain, coldness, bruising<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sudden darkening of the visual field or complete loss of vision<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chest pain (can mimic a heart attack)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Abdominal or flank pain (due to kidney or spleen damage)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Systematic (General Body) Symptoms:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">About a third of patients may experience generalized symptoms similar to flu or rheumatic diseases due to the chemicals released by the tumor stimulating the immune system:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unexplained mild fever<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weakness and constant fatigue<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Involuntary weight loss<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Joint and muscle pain<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cold discoloration of the fingers (whitening, bruising)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Skin rhombuses<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These systematic symptoms usually disappear quickly after the tumor is surgically removed.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_methods_are_used_to_diagnose_myxoma\"><\/span><b>What methods are used to diagnose myxoma?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When a patient presents with a suspected myxoma, we work step by step to reach a diagnosis. The process starts with listening to the patient&#8217;s story and is refined with modern imaging technologies. The main methods used in the diagnostic process are as follows:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Detailed Patient History and Physical Examination: Complaints such as shortness of breath, fainting, palpitations or a history of paralysis are our first clues. When we listen to the heart with a stethoscope, we can hear &#8220;murmurs&#8221;, which are abnormal sounds made by the blood as it passes around the tumor. Sometimes a very characteristic finding called &#8220;tumor plop&#8221;, the sound of the tumor hitting the heart wall, can also be detected.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Echocardiography (ECHO): This is the cornerstone of myxoma diagnosis and is an ultrasound of the heart using sound waves. It is performed in two ways.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Transthoracic ECHO (TTE): Standard ECHO through the chest wall is usually sufficient to show the presence, location and size of the tumor.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Transesophageal Echo (TEE): When a more detailed view is needed, a probe with a small camera at the end is lowered into the esophagus. Because the heart is viewed from a much closer position, it provides an excellent view of details critical to surgery, such as where the tumor is attached, its structure and its relationship to the valves.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cardiac Magnetic Resonance (MRI) and Computed Tomography (CT): These advanced imaging methods are used specifically to understand the tissue structure of the tumor and differentiate it from a blood clot or other type of tumor inside the heart. They provide a pre-operative &#8220;roadmap&#8221; for the surgeon, ensuring that the surgery is planned in the safest and most effective way.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_there_an_option_other_than_surgery_to_treat_myxoma\"><\/span><b>Is there an option other than surgery to treat myxoma?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_7944\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-7944\" style=\"width: 300px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-7944\" src=\"https:\/\/dryavuzbesogul.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/sol-atriyal-miksoma-goruntusu-300x400.jpeg\" alt=\"sol atriyal miksoma g\u00c3\u00b6r\u00c3\u00bcnt\u00c3\u00bcs\u00c3\u00bc\" width=\"300\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dryavuzbesogul.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/sol-atriyal-miksoma-goruntusu-300x400.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/dryavuzbesogul.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/sol-atriyal-miksoma-goruntusu-600x800.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/dryavuzbesogul.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/sol-atriyal-miksoma-goruntusu-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/dryavuzbesogul.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/sol-atriyal-miksoma-goruntusu-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/dryavuzbesogul.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/sol-atriyal-miksoma-goruntusu.jpeg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-7944\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">left atrial myxoma image<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The answer to this question is clear: No. The only definitive treatment for cardiac myxoma is surgery. Because of the risks of sudden stroke, heart failure and death, a &#8220;wait and see&#8221; approach with medication is not an option. Once the diagnosis is made, the patient&#8217;s condition and the urgency of the tumor are assessed and surgery is planned as soon as possible.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The aim of the operation is to remove the tumor so that no fragments are left behind, along with the stem to which it is attached and a small amount of intact heart tissue. This minimizes the risk of the tumor recurring in the same place in the future.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Which surgical methods are preferred for myxoma surgery?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the past, myxoma surgeries were performed with a large operation in which only the breast bone was completely cut, whereas today, it is completely removed with 4-5 cm minimally invasive surgery in the right armpit. With this method <\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Minimal blood loss<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shorter intensive care and hospital stay<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduced risk of infection<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get back to everyday life and work much faster<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excellent cosmetic results<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Robotic Surgery:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is the most advanced and technological form of minimally invasive surgery. The surgeon performs the surgery using robotic arms that he or she maneuvers through a console. Entering through only a few small holes (about 1 cm) in the chest wall, the robotic instruments offer precision and flexibility far beyond the mobility of the human hand. Under a three-dimensional and magnified image, the operation is completed with even the finest details visible. The advantages of robotic surgery take the benefits of minimally invasive surgery one step further. It ensures maximum safety and precision, especially in delicate maneuvers such as suturing and tissue repair.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_consequences_of_an_untreated_Myxoma\"><\/span><b>What are the consequences of an untreated Myxoma?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An untreated myxoma is like a ticking time bomb. Over time, it will continue to grow and disrupt the structure of the heart, inevitably leading to serious complications. Knowing these risks is important to understand why treatment cannot be delayed. The most serious risks if left untreated are the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Progressive and irreversible heart failure<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Permanent paralysis or disability as a result of a clot in the brain<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tissue death in other organs (kidney, spleen, legs)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sudden and complete loss of vision<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A clot in the lung (pulmonary embolism)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flammulatory rhythm disturbances<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sudden cardiac death<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cardiac myxoma is a rare but extremely serious condition. Fortunately, thanks to today&#8217;s modern diagnostic and therapeutic methods, this disease can be treated with a high success rate. Patient-friendly approaches such as minimally invasive and robotic surgery have made this process much more comfortable and safe. Remember that early diagnosis and timely and correct intervention can open the door to a healthy and long life.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"After_Myxoma_Surgery\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After Myxoma Surgery<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Progression of Renewal<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Average 10-15 days.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The uniqueness of the whole<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is usually benign, located in the left atrium and may cause complications such as systemic embolism and valve obstruction.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Physical Activity<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Light walking is recommended for the first 10-15 days;<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drug Use<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blood thinners, antibiotics or antiarrhythmic drugs may be routinely used; it depends on the individual case.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Monitoring and Control<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regular echocardiographic follow-up is recommended for the first year postoperatively, followed by annual check-ups.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Complications<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although rare, there is a possibility that myxoma may recur. In addition, rhythm disorders and valve problems may be observed after surgery.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wound Care<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">not required after day 10 due to closed methods.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nutrition<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No special diet is required; a balanced and low-salt diet is recommended to protect heart health.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Psychological Support<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Psychological support may be needed after a tumor diagnosis, especially in patients who have had an embolism.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Smoking and Alcohol<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For the sake of heart health, smoking should be stopped and alcohol consumption should be limited.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sexual Activity<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is usually possible after 4-6 weeks if physical improvement is achieved.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tool Use<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can usually be started within 15 days after control of consciousness and reflexes has been achieved and physical recovery is complete.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Controls<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nuclear risk and cardiac function should be monitored by echocardiography once a month for the first 3 months and annually thereafter.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<!-- Shortcode [comment-price-doctor] does not exist -->\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Atrial myxoma is the most common type of primary cardiac tumor, typically located in the left atrium. 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