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Chest pain (59.5%) and dyspnea (54.3%) were the most common symptoms. Diagnostic yield was high for echocardiography (96.0%) and computed tomography (CT) (93.8%) but lower for chest X-ray (63.4%). Linear cement fragments were frequently associated with perforation (46.6%), most often involving the right ventricle (70.9%). Surgical retrieval was reported in 65.5% of cases, with concomitant structural repair in 19.2%. No deaths were attributable to surgical retrieval, whereas delayed diagnosis or treatment refusal led to fatal outcomes.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusions<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Published reports suggest that intracardiac BCE may behave as a mechanically hazardous condition with a substantial risk of perforation. The recurring patterns observed across studies highlight the importance of timely recognition and careful management. 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