Surgical resection of a left ventricular papillary fibroelastoma via a trans-left atrial approach was successful and prevented further embolic events over 18 months of follow-up.
Demonstrates feasibility of trans-left atrial resection for small LV fibroelastoma; leaves open optimal indications and long-term outcomes.
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