Constrictive pericarditis | |
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Other names | Pericarditis - constrictive[1] |
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Constrictive pericarditis is defined by a fibrotic (thickened) pericardium. | |
Specialty | Cardiology ![]() |
Symptoms | Fatigue[1] |
Causes | Tuberculosis, Heart surgery[1] |
Diagnostic method | CT scan, MRI[1] |
Treatment | Diuretic, Antibiotics[1] |
Constrictive pericarditis is a condition characterized by a thickened, fibrotic pericardium, limiting the heart's ability to function normally.[1] In many cases, the condition continues to be difficult to diagnose and therefore benefits from a good understanding of the underlying cause.[2]