Abstract:Myxomas are generally polypoid, often pedun-culated, rarely sessile, and round or oval, with smoothor soft lobulated surface. The tumor size ranges from1 to 15 cm in diameter; mostly are 5 to 6 cm. Mostmyxomas originate from left atrium. Right-sidedmyxomas are extremely rare and can present withnonspecific signs and symptoms. Despite the lackof symptoms and signs they should have a surgicalresection. Surgical removal of the tumors should beperformed as soon as possible because the long termprognosis is excelle… Show more
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