Massive left atrial calcification associated with mitral valve replacement

J Cardiovasc Ultrasound. 2010 Dec;18(4):151-3. doi: 10.4250/jcu.2010.18.4.151. Epub 2010 Dec 31.

Abstract

Calcification of the left atrium can be observed in patients with a long-lasting rheumatic heart disease. However, massive calcification of the atrial wall, so called porcelain or coconut atrium is very rare and has been generally reported only as incidental radiographic findings. We report a case of massive and firm calcifications at the left atrium in patient who underwent mitral valve replacement.

Keywords: Left atrial calcification; Mitral valve replacement.

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