| Literature DB >> 11093514 |
J B Casanova1, R C Daly, B S Edwards, H D Tazelaar, G B Thompson.
Abstract
Intracardiac ectopic thyroid is a rare lesion. We present a case of successful excision of thyroid tissue obstructing the right ventricular outflow tract and provide a literature review. In all cases reported to date, the ectopic tissue arose from the ventricular septum and extended to the outflow tract.Mesh:
Year: 2000 PMID: 11093514 DOI: 10.1016/s0003-4975(00)02150-0
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Ann Thorac Surg ISSN: 0003-4975 Impact factor: 4.330