Why the study?
Does two-dimensional contrast echocardiography safely guide pericardiocentesis in patients with pericardial effusion?
Does two-dimensional contrast echocardiography safely guide pericardiocentesis in patients with pericardial effusion?
Two-dimensional contrast echocardiography using agitated saline is a feasible technique to confirm needle position and guide pericardiocentesis.
No takes yet. Share an insight, caveat, or question.
Supports feasibility of contrast-guided pericardiocentesis in small series; leaves open safety and efficacy questions for prospective study.
Chiang et al. (1993) studied this question.
Synapse has enriched 4 closely related papers on similar clinical questions. Consider them for comparative context: