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A 55-year-old male with a history of untreated pleural effusion presented with dyspnea and anasarca in a case of tuberculous pericardial calcification.
Case Report (n=1)
Tuberculous pericarditis can present with extensive pericardial calcification and should be considered in patients with a history of undiagnosed pleural effusion in endemic regions.
Supports tuberculous pericarditis consideration in calcific cases with effusion history; extends case literature but leaves open broader validation.
INTRODUCTION: Pericardial tuberculosis remains a major problem in 3 rd world countries. It is estimated to account for 70 % of large pericardial effusions & most cases of constrictive pericarditis in developing countries. (1,2) A 55 year old male presented with dyspnea on exertion and anasarca since 2 months. The patient had history of right sided pleural effusion 4 years ago and approximately 200 cc of fluid had been aspirated. The patient had not taken anti-tubercular treatment in the past.
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Nayak et al. (2014) conducted a case report in Tuberculous pericardial calcification (n=1). A 55-year-old male with a history of untreated pleural effusion presented with dyspnea and anasarca in a case of tuberculous pericardial calcification.
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