Abstract:Objectives: To present a case of a leiomyosarcoma of the left atrium, presenting as exertional dyspnea in a middle-aged Filipino. This study likewise presents a review of current literature.Results: A 44 years old female presented with a three-day history of exertional dyspnea. Transesophageal echocardiography revealed a mass with pericardial effusion and a large mass occupying almost the entire left atrial cavity. She underwent complete excision with mitral valve repair. Histopathology revealed bundles of fas… Show more
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