Constrictive pericarditis Symptoms, Treatment Directions and Related Departments

Disease overview

Constrictive pericarditis results from pericardial scarring and the subsequent loss of normal elasticity of the pericardial sac. It manifests as restricted cardiac contraction and relaxation, impaired...

Detailed description

Constrictive pericarditis results from pericardial scarring and the subsequent loss of normal elasticity of the pericardial sac. It manifests as restricted cardiac contraction and relaxation, impaired heart function, and systemic circulatory disturbances, representing a chronic disease.

Disease information

Disease name

Constrictive pericarditis

English name

Constrictive pericarditis

Related departments

Cardiovascular Medicine

Cardiovascular Surgery

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