Key result
Pericardiectomy resolves bilateral pleural effusions in localized constrictive pericarditis.
Why the study?
Localized constrictive pericarditis leading to bilateral pleural effusion is difficult to recognize and the diagnostic procedure can be ambiguous.
Does pericardiectomy resolve bilateral pleural effusion in patients with localized constrictive pericarditis?
Case Report (n=2)
Does pericardiectomy resolve bilateral pleural effusion in patients with localized constrictive pericarditis?
Pericardiectomy is an effective diagnostic and therapeutic procedure for the rare presentation of localized constrictive pericarditis leading to bilateral pleural effusion.
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Supports pericardiectomy consideration in rare localized constrictive pericarditis with effusion; leaves open need for larger prospective studies.
Liu et al. (2024) conducted a case report in Localized constrictive pericarditis (n=2). Pericardiectomy was evaluated on Resolution of bilateral pleural effusion and recovery. Pericardiectomy effectively cured bilateral pleural effusion and led to satisfactory recovery in two patients with localized constrictive pericarditis.
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