Is pericardial effusion serious

summary

Although people's life is getting better and better, but the body will still suffer from a variety of diseases, such as pericardial effusion, after such a disease will appear chest pain, shortness of breath, severe patients will appear dyspnea symptoms, the following is to share the relevant knowledge.

Is pericardial effusion serious

First, the severity of pericardial effusion mainly depends on the speed and volume of effusion. If a large amount of pericardial effusion occurs in a short time, it may lead to pericardial tamponade, or even death. Need to find out the cause of pericardial effusion, pericarditis or hypoproteinemia, right heart failure, etc. Pericardiocentesis was performed when necessary.

Second, pericardial effusion often exists as a complication of other diseases, such as tumor, heart failure, rheumatism, and so on. In addition to the compression symptoms on the lung, the complications caused by this disease also include the following complications: cerebral hemorrhage, infectious endocarditis Pericardial effusion is a common clinical manifestation, especially after echocardiography has become a routine examination of cardiovascular disease, the detection rate of pericardial effusion in patients has increased significantly, up to 8. 4% of pericardial effusion had no clinical signs due to small amount.

Third, pericardial effusion is a prominent clinical manifestation in a few patients due to a large amount of effusion. Chronic pericardial effusion occurs when pericardial effusion lasts for more than a few months. There are many causes of chronic pericardial effusion, most of which are related to the diseases that can involve the pericardium. Drug treatment includes the use of hormones, anti-inflammatory drugs, anti tuberculosis drugs and other etiological treatment. In the absence of symptoms can also be observed without drugs.

matters needing attention

Patients with pericardial effusion should maintain a good attitude, stable mood, have healthy eating habits, usually eat more fruits and vegetables, improve self immunity. People who have to work in the heavy oil and smoke department should protect themselves as much as possible, such as wearing masks, going out regularly to breathe some fresh air, and having an inspection at least once a year. Keep away from smoke, alcohol, drugs, radiation, pesticides, noise, volatile harmful gases, toxic and harmful heavy metals, etc.