Korean Circulation Journal

The Korean Society of Cardiology (대한심장학회)
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A "Vanishing", Tuberculous, Pericardial Effusion

  • Received : 2015.10.05
  • Accepted : 2015.12.17
  • Published : 2016.11.30
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Abstract

We present an iatrogenic, pleuro-pericardial connection resulting from pericardiocentesis of a large, tuberculous, pericardial effusion. Recognition of this situation is paramount when one is unable to aspirate pericardial fluid after a successful, initial puncture. Such knowledge will help prevent myocardial or coronary artery injury with further attempts at aspiration.

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