Resection of a Solitary Right Ventricular Metastasis in Oligorecurrent Hepatocellular Carcinoma

Defne Gunes Ergi, Kyle W. Klarich, Joseph Dearani, Juan A. Crestanello, Joseph J. Maleszewski, Jonathan M. Morris, Phillip M Young, Cameron M. Callaghan, Henry C. Pitot, Arman Arghami

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Abstract

Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), constituting the predominant manifestation of liver cancer, stands as a formidable medical challenge. The prognosis subsequent to surgical intervention, particularly for individuals presenting with a solitary tumor, relies heavily on the degree of invasiveness. The decision-making process surrounding therapeutic modalities in such cases assumes paramount importance. This case report illuminates a rather unusual clinical scenario. Here, we encounter a patient who, following a disease-free interval, manifested an atypical presentation of HCC, specifically, a solitary cardiac metastasis. The temporal interval of remission adds an additional layer of complexity to the case. Through a multidisciplinary planning process, the decision was made for surgical removal of the metastatic tumor.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Article number7530
JournalJournal of Clinical Medicine
Volume12
Issue number24
DOIs
StatePublished - Dec 2023

Keywords

  • cancer
  • cardiac surgery
  • hepatocellular cancer
  • metastasis

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Medicine

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