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Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Gastroenterology
  • Internal Medicine

Background:

  • Constrictive pericarditis (CP) is an uncommon condition characterized by chronic pericardial inflammation, fibrosis, and calcification.
  • Atypical presentations with minimal cardiorespiratory symptoms can complicate diagnosis.

Observation:

  • The case involves a 23-year-old male with growth delay, dyspnea, and long-standing ascites.
  • Exhaustive etiological investigation was required to reach the diagnosis.

Findings:

  • Recurrent ascites due to constrictive pericarditis and congestive hepatopathy is often reversible post-pericardiectomy.
  • Persistent liver dysfunction can be a long-term complication.

Implications:

  • This case highlights the importance of considering constrictive pericarditis in unexplained ascites, even with subtle symptoms.
  • Surgical intervention (pericardiectomy) can lead to significant improvement in symptoms and overall condition.