A rare case of cardiac paraganglioma in a 69-year-old man with coexisting coronary artery disease is reported. Diagnostic, operative, and pathological findings are presented. Although difficult, excision is the treatment of choice. Follow-up is warranted because of potential recurrence, especially in cases of incomplete resection.
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