Symptoms associated with cardiac myxomas are typically due to the effect of the mass of the tumor obstructing the normal flow of blood within the chambers of the heart. Because pedunculated myxomas are somewhat mobile, symptoms may only occur when the patient is in a particular position. Some symptoms of myxoma may be associated with the release of interleukin 6 (IL-6) by the myxoma. High levels of IL-6 may be associated with a higher risk of embolism of the myxoma. Symptoms of a cardiac myxoma include: * Dyspnea on exertion * Paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea * Fever * Weight loss (see cachexia) * Lightheadedness or syncope (Loss of consciousness) * Hemoptysis * Sudden death * Tachycardia or milder heartrate, i.e. 75 - 100 cycl/min
causes of Mitral insufficiency
causes of Mitral valve stenosis
causes of Cardiac tamponade
causes of Ventricular tachycardia
complications of Left ventricular hypertrophy
causes of Cardiomegaly
risks of Atrial fibrillation
symptom of Mitral valve stenosis