Tumors of the heart are rare; most (75% to 88%) are benign (Braunwald et al., 2001; Kamiya et al., 2001). • Primary tumors occur in less than 1% of the population; metastatic tumors have been • reported in 1.5% to 35% of oncology patients (Braunwald et al., 2001; Reynan, 1996; Shapiro, 2001). • Tumors may be sites for thrombus formation and therefore create a risk of embolism. • Dysrhythmias may occur as the myocardium or conduction system is affected. PRIMARY CARDIAC TUMOURS BENIGN 1. Myxoma 2. Papillary fibroelastoma 3. Fibroma 4. Lipoma 5. Rhabdomyomas 1. MYXOMA • Myxoma is a noncancerous tumor that arises from connective tissue, which is tissue that connects and supports other tissues all over the body. • Show familial pattern of tumor development based on autosomal dominant inheritance. • Mostly occur after trauma or even surgery i.e atrial septal defects, valve repairs. • Present with signs of right ventricle failure