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Recurrent cardiac constriction after complete pericardiectomy.

Elsayed M Elmistekawy¹, John P Veinot, Carole J Dennie

¹Division of Cardiac Surgery, University of Ottawa Heart Institute, University of Ottawa, Canada.

Heart, Lung & Circulation

|June 7, 2011

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Recurrent constrictive pericarditis after pericardiectomy is rare. Repeat surgery and steroids may manage this condition, offering hope for patients with persistent fibrotic constriction.

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Area of Science:

Cardiology
Thoracic Surgery
Medical Research

Background:

Constrictive pericarditis can significantly impair cardiac function.
Complete pericardiectomy is a surgical option for refractory cases.
Post-operative fibrosis can lead to recurrent constriction.

Observation:

A patient developed recurrent constrictive physiology post-pericardiectomy.
Extensive fibrotic and calcified rind necessitated a repeat stripping procedure.
Non-tuberculous pericarditis was implicated in the recurrence.

Findings:

Recurrence of constrictive physiology after complete pericardiectomy is uncommon.
Repeat surgical intervention (stripping) was performed.
Significant fibrotic and calcified adhesions were noted during re-operation.

Implications:

This case highlights the possibility of recurrent constriction despite complete pericardiectomy.
Repeat surgery may be a viable management option.
Steroid administration warrants consideration in managing such cases.