Differentials
Left atrial myxoma
SIGNS / SYMPTOMS
INVESTIGATIONS
SIGNS / SYMPTOMS
This left atrial tumour may obstruct the mitral orifice and mimic the signs and symptoms of mitral stenosis.
INVESTIGATIONS
Echocardiography clearly shows a mass lesion.
Unexplained atrial fibrillation
SIGNS / SYMPTOMS
INVESTIGATIONS
SIGNS / SYMPTOMS
At rapid heart rates the signs of mitral stenosis may be difficult to discern.
INVESTIGATIONS
Echocardiography excludes mitral stenosis.
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