Postpericardiotomy syndrome
Postpericardiotomy syndrome (pronunciation: pohst-peh-rih-kahr-dee-oh-toh-mee sin-drohm) is a medical condition that can occur after surgery involving the pericardium, the thin sac-like membrane surrounding the heart. The etymology of the term comes from the Greek words "post" meaning after, "pericardium" referring to the membrane enclosing the heart, and "tomy" meaning cutting.
Definition
Postpericardiotomy syndrome (PPS) is characterized by inflammation of the pericardium. It is a common complication following cardiac surgery and can also occur after pericardial injury due to trauma or a heart attack.
Symptoms
Symptoms of PPS may include chest pain, fever, malaise, and pericardial effusion, which is an excess of fluid around the heart.
Causes
The exact cause of PPS is unknown, but it is believed to be an immune response to heart surgery or injury.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of PPS is typically based on the presence of symptoms and a history of recent cardiac surgery or pericardial injury.
Treatment
Treatment for PPS may include nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), corticosteroids, and in severe cases, pericardiocentesis or pericardial window surgery.
Related Terms
- Pericarditis: Inflammation of the pericardium
- Pericardial effusion: Excess fluid around the heart
- Pericardiocentesis: A procedure to remove fluid from the pericardial space
- Pericardial window surgery: A surgical procedure to create a permanent opening in the pericardium to allow excess fluid to drain
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Postpericardiotomy syndrome
- Wikipedia's article - Postpericardiotomy syndrome
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