Keeping Up With Carney Complex: A Case of Recurrent Cardiac Myxomas.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Carney complex (CNC) is a rare genetic disorder characterized by endocrine and nonendocrine tumors, including cardiac myxomas, which are a leading cause of mortality due to embolic events, arrhythmias, heart failure, and sudden cardiac death.

Case summary

We present the case of a 33-year-old man with CNC who experienced stroke-like symptoms due to recurrence of a left atrial myxoma 10 years after initial resection. He underwent successful surgical resection.

Discussion

Cardiac myxoma recurrence is higher in patients with CNC, with rates up to 22% compared with 2% to 3% in sporadic cases. This case underscores the importance of lifelong, multidisciplinary care and rigorous surveillance to prevent severe cardiovascular complications.

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SUBMITTER: Yan K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12402418 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature