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Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Thoracic Surgery
  • Medical Complications

Background:

  • Post-cardiac surgery chylopericardium is an infrequent complication.
  • This condition is more prevalent after operations for congenital heart defects, particularly complex ones.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To systematically review the literature on post-cardiac surgery chylopericardium.
  • To analyze patient demographics, clinical presentation, treatment outcomes, and mortality associated with this complication.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic review of 87 articles comprising 119 patients.
  • Analysis of patient data including type of heart defect, onset time, treatment strategies, and outcomes.

Main Results:

  • Chylopericardium occurred more frequently after congenital heart defect surgeries than acquired ones.
  • Cardiac tamponade was observed in 29.4% of patients.
  • Most cases were diagnosed via laboratory analysis of chylous fluid and responded to conservative treatment, with a recurrence rate of 13.2 ±18.2 days.
  • Overall early and late mortality rates were 1.7%.

Conclusions:

  • Post-cardiac surgery chylopericardium is a rare but significant complication.
  • Conservative management is effective for mild cases, while severe or recurrent cases may require surgical intervention.
  • Prompt diagnosis and tailored treatment are crucial for favorable outcomes.