Cardiac Lymphoma: A Case Report

Abstract

Cardiac tumors are rare. Primary cardiac lymphoma is defined as non-Hodgkin lymphoma that involves only the heart and/or pericardium. It is an aggressive tumor with a poor prognosis and its symptoms may be nonspecific. A definitive diagnosis can only be obtained through histopathological study, and chemotherapy is the main treatment strategy.

This case is about a 71-year-old male patient, with a rare form of primary cardiac tumor. He had postoperative complications such as acute pulmonary edema and the need for a pacemaker, which occurred after tumor resection requiring reconstruction of the vena cava and suture of the right atrium.

Primary cardiac lymphoma is a tumor that is difficult to diagnose because it has a vague and non-specific symptomatic presentation. However, it should always be included as a differential diagnosis of cardiac masses. Early diagnosis can significantly improve the prognosis and increase the survival rate of patients by quickly referring them for specific treatment.