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September 10, 2025AME Case ReportsOpen Access

The atrial mass without an auscultatory “plop”: renal cell carcinoma presenting with cardiac syncope—a case report

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LJLeena JamalRSR Rizvi SyedaFJFares Jamal

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This case reveals tumor thrombus extension into the inferior vena cava and right atrium, suggesting timely intervention is essential.

Key Points

  • Renal cell carcinoma can present with a tumor thrombus extending into the inferior vena cava and right atrium, leading to cardiac syncope.
  • Echocardiography revealed a hyperechoic mass associated with significantly reduced systolic function in a 65-year-old male.
  • Early recognition of nonspecific symptoms like syncope is critical, as it may indicate severe underlying conditions.
  • A high index of suspicion and comprehensive evaluation is essential for managing vague clinical presentations effectively.

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Jamal et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68c1b81854b1d3bfb60ec0fahttps://doi.org/10.21037/acr-25-6
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