Uremic pericarditis

Uremic Pericarditis

Uremic pericarditis (pronunciation: yoo-REE-mik per-ih-kar-DIE-tis) is a serious medical condition that affects the pericardium, the sac-like structure surrounding the heart. It is often associated with uremia, a high level of waste products in the blood due to kidney failure.

Etymology

The term "uremic pericarditis" is derived from two words: "uremia," which comes from the Greek words "ouron" (urine) and "haima" (blood), and "pericarditis," which comes from the Greek words "peri" (around), "kardia" (heart), and "-itis" (inflammation).

Symptoms

Symptoms of uremic pericarditis may include chest pain, fever, and a specific type of heart sound known as a pericardial rub. Other symptoms may include fatigue, shortness of breath, and a general feeling of illness.

Causes

Uremic pericarditis is most commonly caused by chronic kidney disease or kidney failure. When the kidneys are not functioning properly, waste products can build up in the blood, leading to uremia. This can cause inflammation of the pericardium.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of uremic pericarditis typically involves a physical examination, medical history, and various tests such as an echocardiogram, electrocardiogram, and blood tests.

Treatment

Treatment for uremic pericarditis often involves managing the underlying kidney disease. This may include dialysis, medications, and in severe cases, kidney transplant.

Related Terms

• Pericardium
• Uremia
• Kidney disease
• Kidney failure
• Dialysis
• Kidney transplant

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Uremic pericarditis
• Wikipedia's article - Uremic pericarditis

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