Case Study On-Successful Diagnosis and Post Surgical Management of a Right Ventricular Myxoma in a Pediatric Patient

Priyanka Minz, Dr. Satyajit Sahoo

Abstract: In my view, the case of a 15-year-old boy from a rural background, diagnosed with a rare right ventricular myxoma, offers a compelling glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of managing uncommon cardiac tumors in childeren. This article delves into the clinical journey of the patient, who presented with severe shortness of breath and was found to have a sizable gelatinous mass obstructing the right ventrilce, as confirmed by advanced diagnistic tools like 2D echocardiography and CT pulmonary angiography. It is evident that the interplay of symptoms- ranging from pulmonnary hypertension to ventricular tachycardia-underscored the urgency of surgical intervention, which was deftly executed at Apollo Hospitals, Bhubhaneswar. What stands out is the critical role specialized nursing care, which navigated post-operative complexities with precision, ensuring the boy's stable recovery. This suggests that early diagnosis, coupled with skilled surgical and post-surgical management, can transform outcomes in such rare cases, shedding light on both the medical intricacies and the human resilience at play. Beyond the technical success, this case invites reflection on how healthcare teams adapt to the unpredictable nature of rare conditions, offering hope where data is scarece.

Keywords: right ventricular myxoma, pediatric cardiac tumors, surgical intervention, nursing care, echocardiography