However, any type of soft tissue sarcomas can occur in the heart. These are all rare tumors. The angiosarcomas typically involve the right side, usually the right atrium. Any anatomic site is subject to involvement within the heart, with extension in any direction, and possibly involving the parietal pericardium as well. Varies according to which of the soft tissue tumors is identified.
Some examples are too undifferentiated to classify, even with advances in immunohistochemistry.
Mechanical obstructive effects, e.g. obstruction of any valve with right or left sided heart failure. Mitral and pulmonic valves most commonly involved. Survival for at most one year after symptoms ensue. Aggressive surgery is appropriate with successes and failures. Search Medline at National Library of Medicine Please be patient during transfer.