Introduction: Papillary fibroelastoma is a rare benign cardiac tumor, usually discovered incidentally or during evaluation for embolic events. Its echocardiographic appearance often mimics infective endocarditis, making diagnosis challenging. Case Presentation: We report the case...
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Research Article10.9734/ca/2025/v14i4502
Background: Right-sided infective endocarditis (RSIE) is typically associated with intravenous drug use or indwelling catheters. Its diagnosis in non-IV drug users is often delayed due to low clinical suspicion. The disease is often under-recognized in patients with atypical risk...
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Research Article10.9734/ca/2025/v14i3496
Pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) is a rare but recognized adverse effect of tyrosine kinase inhibitors, notably Dasatinib, prescribed in chronic myeloid leukemia (CML). Due to potential reversibility, prompt recognition and management are essential. We report a 60-year-old m...
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Research Article10.9734/ca/2025/v14i3497
Context: Adrenal hemorrhage is a recognized yet rare complication associated with antiphospholipid syndrome (APS), an autoimmune disorder characterized by the presence of antiphospholipid antibodies that increase the risk of thrombosis. The incidence of adrenal hemorrhage in pati...
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Research Article10.9734/ca/2024/v13i4447