This case highlights the utility of multimodality imaging, including echocardiography and cardiac MRI, in the accurate diagnosis and characterization of rare cardiac lipomas in the interventricular septum.
This case study delves into the uncommon occurrence of cardiac lipoma in the interventricular septum in a 55-year-old female who had previously been diagnosed with acute lymphocytic leukemia. Throughout her ongoing battle with acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL), a comprehensive physical examination unveiled reassuring cardiovascular baseline indicators. Echocardiography disclosed a notable finding—a 33 mm interventricular septal mass—coexisting with preserved left ventricular systolic function. Additional assessments ruled out structural impediments, and post-chemotherapy stability underscored cardiovascular resilience. A subsequent cardiac MRI detailed a 5.2 ×5.4 ×3.2 cm interventricular septal mass, characterizing it as a benign lipoma. This clinical presentation elucidates the complexities of diagnosing and managing cardiac lipoma in the interventricular septum, emphasizing the need for a tailored, patient-centric approach without delving into detailed discussions.
Ibrahim et al. (Sat,) studied this question.