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| name = Hemopericardium | |||
| image = [[File:Blausen_0164_CardiacTamponade_02.png|250px]] | |||
| caption = Illustration of cardiac tamponade, a potential complication of hemopericardium | |||
| field = [[Cardiology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Chest pain]], [[dyspnea]], [[tachycardia]], [[hypotension]] | |||
| complications = [[Cardiac tamponade]], [[shock (circulatory)|shock]] | |||
| onset = Sudden or gradual | |||
| duration = Variable | |||
| causes = [[Trauma]], [[myocardial infarction]], [[aortic dissection]], [[anticoagulation]] | |||
| risks = [[Hypertension]], [[connective tissue disease]], [[anticoagulant therapy]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Echocardiography]], [[CT scan]], [[MRI]] | |||
| differential = [[Pericarditis]], [[pleural effusion]], [[pneumothorax]] | |||
| treatment = [[Pericardiocentesis]], [[surgical drainage]] | |||
| prognosis = Depends on cause and treatment | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
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[[File:Gross pathology of hemopericardium.jpg|Gross Pathology of Hemopericardiums|thumb|left]] | |||
'''Hemopericardium''' is a medical condition characterized by the presence of blood in the [[pericardial sac]] surrounding the [[heart]]. This condition is often a result of trauma or injury to the chest, but can also be caused by certain medical procedures or conditions such as [[pericarditis]] or [[aortic dissection]]. | '''Hemopericardium''' is a medical condition characterized by the presence of blood in the [[pericardial sac]] surrounding the [[heart]]. This condition is often a result of trauma or injury to the chest, but can also be caused by certain medical procedures or conditions such as [[pericarditis]] or [[aortic dissection]]. | ||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
Hemopericardium can be caused by a variety of factors, including: | Hemopericardium can be caused by a variety of factors, including: | ||
* [[Trauma]]: This is the most common cause of hemopericardium. Trauma can result from a blunt or penetrating injury to the chest, such as a car accident or stab wound. | * [[Trauma]]: This is the most common cause of hemopericardium. Trauma can result from a blunt or penetrating injury to the chest, such as a car accident or stab wound. | ||
* [[Medical procedures]]: Certain procedures, such as [[cardiac catheterization]] or [[heart surgery]], can inadvertently cause hemopericardium. | * [[Medical procedures]]: Certain procedures, such as [[cardiac catheterization]] or [[heart surgery]], can inadvertently cause hemopericardium. | ||
* [[Aortic dissection]]: This is a serious condition in which the inner layer of the [[aorta]], the large blood vessel branching off the heart, tears. Blood surges through the tear, causing the inner and middle layers of the aorta to separate (dissect). If the blood-filled channel ruptures through the outside aortic wall, aortic dissection is often fatal. | * [[Aortic dissection]]: This is a serious condition in which the inner layer of the [[aorta]], the large blood vessel branching off the heart, tears. Blood surges through the tear, causing the inner and middle layers of the aorta to separate (dissect). If the blood-filled channel ruptures through the outside aortic wall, aortic dissection is often fatal. | ||
* [[Pericarditis]]: This is an inflammation of the pericardial sac. In severe cases, it can lead to hemopericardium. | * [[Pericarditis]]: This is an inflammation of the pericardial sac. In severe cases, it can lead to hemopericardium. | ||
==Symptoms== | ==Symptoms== | ||
The symptoms of hemopericardium can vary depending on the severity of the condition. They may include: | The symptoms of hemopericardium can vary depending on the severity of the condition. They may include: | ||
* [[Chest pain]] | * [[Chest pain]] | ||
* [[Shortness of breath]] | * [[Shortness of breath]] | ||
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* [[Fainting]] | * [[Fainting]] | ||
* [[Rapid heart rate]] | * [[Rapid heart rate]] | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
Hemopericardium is typically diagnosed through a combination of [[physical examination]], medical history, and imaging tests. These may include: | Hemopericardium is typically diagnosed through a combination of [[physical examination]], medical history, and imaging tests. These may include: | ||
* [[Echocardiogram]]: This test uses sound waves to create images of the heart and pericardial sac. | * [[Echocardiogram]]: This test uses sound waves to create images of the heart and pericardial sac. | ||
* [[Computed tomography (CT) scan]]: This imaging test can provide detailed images of the heart and surrounding structures. | * [[Computed tomography (CT) scan]]: This imaging test can provide detailed images of the heart and surrounding structures. | ||
* [[Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)]]: This test uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of the heart and surrounding structures. | * [[Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)]]: This test uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of the heart and surrounding structures. | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
Treatment for hemopericardium depends on the cause and severity of the condition. It may include: | Treatment for hemopericardium depends on the cause and severity of the condition. It may include: | ||
* [[Pericardiocentesis]]: This procedure involves using a needle to remove fluid from the pericardial sac. | * [[Pericardiocentesis]]: This procedure involves using a needle to remove fluid from the pericardial sac. | ||
* [[Surgery]]: In severe cases, surgery may be needed to repair damage to the heart or surrounding structures. | * [[Surgery]]: In severe cases, surgery may be needed to repair damage to the heart or surrounding structures. | ||
* [[Medication]]: Medications may be used to manage symptoms or treat underlying conditions that caused the hemopericardium. | * [[Medication]]: Medications may be used to manage symptoms or treat underlying conditions that caused the hemopericardium. | ||
==See also== | ==See also== | ||
* [[Pericardial effusion]] | * [[Pericardial effusion]] | ||
* [[Cardiac tamponade]] | * [[Cardiac tamponade]] | ||
[[Category:Cardiology]] | [[Category:Cardiology]] | ||
[[Category:Medical emergencies]] | [[Category:Medical emergencies]] | ||
[[Category:Symptoms and signs: Circulatory and respiratory systems]] | [[Category:Symptoms and signs: Circulatory and respiratory systems]] | ||
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| Hemopericardium | |
|---|---|
| |
| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Chest pain, dyspnea, tachycardia, hypotension |
| Complications | Cardiac tamponade, shock |
| Onset | Sudden or gradual |
| Duration | Variable |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Trauma, myocardial infarction, aortic dissection, anticoagulation |
| Risks | Hypertension, connective tissue disease, anticoagulant therapy |
| Diagnosis | Echocardiography, CT scan, MRI |
| Differential diagnosis | Pericarditis, pleural effusion, pneumothorax |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Pericardiocentesis, surgical drainage |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Depends on cause and treatment |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Hemopericardium is a medical condition characterized by the presence of blood in the pericardial sac surrounding the heart. This condition is often a result of trauma or injury to the chest, but can also be caused by certain medical procedures or conditions such as pericarditis or aortic dissection.
Causes[edit]
Hemopericardium can be caused by a variety of factors, including:
- Trauma: This is the most common cause of hemopericardium. Trauma can result from a blunt or penetrating injury to the chest, such as a car accident or stab wound.
- Medical procedures: Certain procedures, such as cardiac catheterization or heart surgery, can inadvertently cause hemopericardium.
- Aortic dissection: This is a serious condition in which the inner layer of the aorta, the large blood vessel branching off the heart, tears. Blood surges through the tear, causing the inner and middle layers of the aorta to separate (dissect). If the blood-filled channel ruptures through the outside aortic wall, aortic dissection is often fatal.
- Pericarditis: This is an inflammation of the pericardial sac. In severe cases, it can lead to hemopericardium.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of hemopericardium can vary depending on the severity of the condition. They may include:
Diagnosis[edit]
Hemopericardium is typically diagnosed through a combination of physical examination, medical history, and imaging tests. These may include:
- Echocardiogram: This test uses sound waves to create images of the heart and pericardial sac.
- Computed tomography (CT) scan: This imaging test can provide detailed images of the heart and surrounding structures.
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI): This test uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of the heart and surrounding structures.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for hemopericardium depends on the cause and severity of the condition. It may include:
- Pericardiocentesis: This procedure involves using a needle to remove fluid from the pericardial sac.
- Surgery: In severe cases, surgery may be needed to repair damage to the heart or surrounding structures.
- Medication: Medications may be used to manage symptoms or treat underlying conditions that caused the hemopericardium.
