Caseous Calcification of the Mitral Annulus: From Asymptomatic Lesion to Embolic Complication- Case Report

Mitrovska, Slavica; Jovev, Sashko; Papestiev, Vasil; Mitashova, Vesna

doi:10.23937/2378-2951/1410247

Caseous Calcification of the Mitral Annulus: From Asymptomatic Lesion to Embolic Complication- Case Report

Journal

International Journal of Clinical Cardiology

Date Issued

2022-01-24

Author(s)

Mitrovska, Slavica

Mitashova, Vesna

DOI

10.23937/2378-2951/1410247

Abstract

Caseous calcification of the mitral annulus (CCMA) is a rare form of mitral annular calcification with a prevalence of 0.06% in the general population [1]. It is considered a benign condition, but in some cases it carries a risk for cardiovascular and cerebrovascular events. There is no consensus regarding treatment strategy and surgery is recommended for mitral valve dysfunction or thromboembolic events [2]. We present a case of surgical management of caseous mass of the posterior commissures of the mitral annulus with rapid dynamics from asymptomatic lesion to embolic complication.