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Cardiac tamponade is the compression of the heart that occurs when blood or fluid builds up in the space between the myocardium (the muscle of the heart) and the pericardium (the outer covering sac of the heart. |
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Symptoms
Anxiety, restlessness; Difficulty breathing; Discomfort, sometimes relieved by sitting upright or leaning forward; Fa...
Causes
In this condition, blood or fluid collects within the pericardium. This prevents the ventricles from expanding fully....
Tests
There are no specific laboratory tests that diagnose tamponade. Echocardiogram is the first choice to help establish ...
Treatments
Cardiac tamponade is an emergency condition that requires hospitalization. The purpose of treatment is to: Save the p...
Prevention
Many cases are not preventable. Awareness of your personal risk factors may allow early diagnosis and treatment.
Doctor Specialties
Go to the emergency room or call the local emergency number (such as 911) if symptoms develop. Cardiac tamponade is a...
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