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Subxiphoid approach to the pericardium.

M P Konttinen1, J A Salo

  • 1Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Helsinki University Central Hospital, Finland.

Scandinavian Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery
|January 1, 1988
PubMed
Summary

Subxiphoid pericardial decompression effectively manages pericardial effusion. This simple and safe procedure offers excellent palliation, especially for malignant conditions, with low hospital mortality.

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Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Thoracic Surgery
  • Oncology

Background:

  • Pericardial effusion, an accumulation of fluid around the heart, can arise from benign or malignant causes.
  • Malignant pericardial effusion often requires intervention for symptom relief and improved quality of life.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the safety and efficacy of subxiphoid pericardial decompression for managing pericardial effusion.
  • To assess the palliative benefits of this procedure in patients with malignant disorders.

Main Methods:

  • Pericardiotomy was performed via a subxiphoid approach in 19 patients.
  • Procedures included partial pericardial resection (fenestration) or pericardial tube drainage/pacemaker electrode insertion.

Main Results:

  • No intraoperative deaths occurred.
  • Hospital mortality was 16%, attributed to the underlying disease, not the procedure.
  • The procedure demonstrated effectiveness in relieving pericardial effusion.

Conclusions:

  • Subxiphoid pericardial decompression is a simple, safe, and effective method for managing pericardial effusion.
  • The procedure provides significant palliation for patients, particularly those with malignant conditions.

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