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Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 1986; 34(1): 66-67
DOI: 10.1055/s-2007-1020377
DOI: 10.1055/s-2007-1020377
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© Georg Thieme Verlag Stuttgart · New York
Closed Pericardial Drainage for Relief of Pericardial Tamponade
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Publication History
1985
Publication Date:
19 March 2008 (online)
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Summary
The method of continuous catheter drainage for pericardial tamponade as used in 108 patients is described. The efficacy of this procedure in relieving tamponade resulting from a variety of diseases is demonstrated. Blood clot in the pericardium probably constitutes a contraindication to catheter drainage.
Key words
Pericardial drainage - Pericardial tamponade