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Pericardial Effusion - How to prevent?

Pericardial Effusion - Treatments

Cardiac tamponade is an emergency condition and the excess fluid has to be drained immediately. Pericardiocentesis is a procedure that uses a needle to remove fluid from the pericardial sac. 

For patients who have failed or are unsuitable for pericardiocentesis, surgical drainage may be required for the relief of pericardial tamponade. During this surgical procedure, part of the pericardium may be cut and removed if required. 

Doctors may also prescribe medication to stabilise blood pressure after the procedure

Pericardial Effusion - Preparing for surgery

Pericardial Effusion - Post-surgery care

Pericardial Effusion - Other Information

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