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Pericardial tamponade in systemic sclerosis (scleroderma).

G S Uhl, G M Koppes

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    |September 1, 1979
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    Pericardial disease is common in scleroderma, but rarely diagnosed clinically. This study highlights three cases of acute pericardial tamponade in scleroderma patients, emphasizing the need for awareness.

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    Area of Science:

    • Rheumatology
    • Cardiology
    • Pathology

    Background:

    • Pericardial disease is frequently observed in scleroderma autopsies.
    • Clinical diagnosis of pericarditis or pericardial effusion in scleroderma is uncommon.
    • Pericardial tamponade causing hemodynamic compromise is exceptionally rare in scleroderma.