Why the study?
Does ultrasound examination accurately diagnose pericardial effusion in suspected patients?
Population
43 patients, including 23 suspected of having pericardial effusion
Design
Cross-sectional
Authors
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Supports echocardiography for suspected pericardial effusion; leaves open need for prospective validation before changing practice.
Does ultrasound examination accurately diagnose pericardial effusion in suspected patients?
This study demonstrates the utility of B-mode ultrasound as a safe and accurate non-invasive method for diagnosing and sizing pericardial effusions.
Rothman et al. (1967) studied this question.
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