Why the study?
Computed tomography (CT)-guided pericardiocentesis is not widely used despite providing certain advantages, prompting an evaluation of technique, patient selection, and complications.
Is CT-guided therapeutic pericardiocentesis safe for patients with clinically significant pericardial effusion?
Population
119 patients presenting with clinically significant pericardial effusion undergoing 121 therapeutic pericardial drainages
Comparison
CT-guided therapeutic pericardiocentesis
Design
Retrospective single-center study
Authors
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Supports safety in this cohort; leaves open need for randomized trials versus other guidance.
Is CT-guided therapeutic pericardiocentesis safe for patients with clinically significant pericardial effusion?
CT-guided therapeutic pericardiocentesis is a safe and effective approach for managing clinically significant pericardial effusion, with a low rate of minor complications and no major complications.
Khashper et al. (2021) studied this question.
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