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Traumatic acute pericardial tamponade

V J Markovchick, G T Evans, P Rosen

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    Pericardial tamponade from penetrating chest trauma requires prompt recognition. Immediate pericardiocentesis or emergency thoracotomy is crucial for survival, followed by surgical intervention.

    Area of Science:

    • Trauma Surgery
    • Cardiovascular Surgery
    • Emergency Medicine

    Background:

    • Penetrating thoracic or upper abdominal injuries can cause pericardial tamponade.
    • Early suspicion is key in the clinical setting.

    Observation:

    • The classic diagnostic triad includes hypotension, tachycardia, and elevated central venous pressure.
    • Sudden decompensation or arrest in the emergency department necessitates immediate intervention.

    Findings:

    • Pericardiocentesis serves as a temporizing measure.
    • Emergency thoracotomy with clot evacuation and open-chest cardiac massage is indicated for unstable patients.
    • Four case reports illustrate these critical management scenarios.

    Implications:

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    • This highlights the importance of rapid diagnosis and intervention in traumatic pericardial tamponade.
    • Effective management strategies can improve patient outcomes in critical trauma cases.