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How would you define constrictive pericarditis?
When the pericardium is scarred or thickened it has tightened around the heart, constricting the muscle's heart movement.
How is pericarditis that returns treated?
Removal of all or part of the pericardium (pericardiectomy) may be necessary.
What are the most common conditions to be treated by pericardiocentesis?
Cardiac tamponade and pericarditis are two primary complications that require intervention with pericardiocentesis.
What is jugular venous distension?
Jugular venous distension is the visible bulging of the jugular veins in the neck. It can indicate increased pressure in the right side of the heart or in the superior vena cava. It is commonly seen in conditions like heart failure, cardiac tamponade, or constrictive pericarditis.
Can you fly on an airplane if you have pericarditis?
Can you fly on airplane with pericarditis
Can ankylosing spondylitis cause pericarditis?
It is difficult to say what causes what, but AS can be associated with pericarditis or vice versa.
Are there any positive treatments for pericarditis besides steriods?
The treatment obviously depends of the cause of pericarditis.
Is pericarditis an inflammation of the lungs?
No, pericarditis is inflammation of the sac surrounding the heart. Pneumonitis is inflammation of the lungs.
Why are electrocardiograph and echocardiogram tests given to diagnose pericarditis?
To distinguish between pericarditis and a heart attack.
Is pericarditis a heart attack?
No. Pericarditis is an inflammation of the sac surrounding the heart; usually caused by an infection.
What are the constrictive forces that made lake Tahoe?
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What is the prevalence of pericarditis?
Pericarditis is fairly common. It affects approximately one in 1,000 people. One out of every four people who have had pericarditis will get it again, but after two years these relapses are less likely.
