Pericardiocentesis – How to do it

Pericardiocentesis is an important diagnostic and therapeutic technique, with the potential for significant morbidity and mortality if performed incorrectly. This article attempts to cover the anatomy, preparation, and techniques necessary to successfully perform pericardiocentesis.

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Published in:Heart, lung & circulation lung & circulation, 2015-06, Vol.24 (6), p.621-625
Main Authors: Gluer, Robert, MBBS, Murdoch, Dale, MBBS, FRACP, Haqqani, Haris M., MBBS (Hons), PhD, FRACP, FCSANZ, FHRS, Scalia, Gregory M., MBBS, FRACP, Walters, Darren L., MBBS, FRACP, MPhil
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Cardiac Catheterization - methods
Cardiac tamponade
Cardiac Tamponade - diagnostic imaging
Cardiac Tamponade - therapy
Cardiovascular
Drainage - methods
Female
Humans
Male
Pericardial aspiration
Pericardial disease
Pericardial effusion
Pericardial Effusion - diagnostic imaging
Pericardial Effusion - therapy
Pericardiocentesis
Pericardiocentesis - methods
Ultrasonography, Doppler
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Summary:Pericardiocentesis is an important diagnostic and therapeutic technique, with the potential for significant morbidity and mortality if performed incorrectly. This article attempts to cover the anatomy, preparation, and techniques necessary to successfully perform pericardiocentesis.
ISSN:1443-9506
1444-2892
DOI:10.1016/j.hlc.2014.11.009