Pericardial Effusion
Synonyms
Chylopericardium
Chylopericardiums
Effusion, Pericardial
Effusions, Pericardial
Hemopericardium
Pericardial Effusions
Fluid accumulation within the PERICARDIUM. Serous effusions are associated with pericardial diseases. Hemopericardium is associated with trauma. Lipid-containing effusion (chylopericardium) results from leakage of THORACIC DUCT. Severe cases can lead to CARDIAC TAMPONADE.
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