Pericardial Effusions in Patients With Cancer: Anesthetic Management and Survival Outcomes.
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DOI: 10.1053/j.jvca.2020.08.049
Abstract: OBJECTIVES The objective of this study was to describe practice patterns of anesthetic management during pericardial window creation. DESIGN Retrospective observational cohort study. SETTING Single tertiary cancer center. PARTICIPANTS A total of 150 patients treated… read more here.
Keywords: management; window creation; cancer; pericardial window ... See more keywords
Pericardiocentesis versus window formation in malignant pericardial effusion: trends and outcomes
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DOI: 10.1136/heartjnl-2023-323542
Abstract: Objectives Malignant pericardial effusion (MPE) in patients with cancer is associated with poor prognosis. This study aimed to compare clinical outcomes in patients with cancer who underwent pericardiocentesis versus pericardial window formation. Methods In the… read more here.
Keywords: pericardiocentesis; pericardial window; window formation; mpe ... See more keywords
Posterior Pericardial Window and a Single Pleural Drain: A Dual Defence Against Post-CABG Pericardial Effusion and Atrial Fibrillation
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DOI: 10.2147/tcrm.s521874
Abstract: Background Postoperative new atrial fibrillation (POAF) commonly occurs after coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) and is often associated with postoperative pericardial effusion. We aimed to investigate the effectiveness of a posterior pericardial window (PPW) with… read more here.
Keywords: effusion; pleural drain; pericardial window; posterior pericardial ... See more keywords
Risk Factors Associated with Mortality After Pericardial Window in Hospitalized Patients - A Retrospective Analysis.
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DOI: 10.21470/1678-9741-2024-0368
Abstract: INTRODUCTION Chronic pericardial effusion is a common pericardial syndrome associated with multiple etiologies. Most studies report good outcomes and success rate after pericardial window, although mortality varies. This study aimed to identify risk predictors for… read more here.
Keywords: pericardial window; factors associated; analysis; mortality ... See more keywords
Anesthetic challenges for pleuro-pericardial window
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DOI: 10.4103/sja.sja_811_18
Abstract: Thus, we would like to conclude that among different choices available in anesthesiologist’s armamentarium, general anesthesia using ETT is a safe and feasible technique for patients undergoing BT. ETT can be used effectively and if… read more here.
Keywords: pleuro pericardial; challenges pleuro; anesthetic challenges; pericardial window ... See more keywords