Application of ultrasound-guided catheterization in the treatment of traumatic pericardial tamponade
- VernacularTitle:超声引导下心包置管在创伤性心包压塞中的应用
- Author:
Shusong WANG
;
Qihai LI
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Pericardial tamponade;
B-ultrasonography
- From:
Chinese Journal of Minimally Invasive Surgery
2001;0(03):-
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Objective To evaluate the value of ultrasound-guided catheterization in the treatment of traumatic pericardial tamponade. Methods Nine patients with traumatic pericardial tamponade underwent ultrasound-guided catheterization from March 1998 to September 2003. After the drawing-off of fluid, the catheter was remained in the pericardium to drain the blood. Results The catheterization and drainage gave marked relief from symptoms. Surgical repairs of heart were performed in 4 patients within 4～ 8 h following drainage. Selective operations were required in 2 patients after the improvement of their conditions. Two patients were cured by drainage and 1 patient died of severe brain trauma. Conclusions The technique may produce prompt relief from symptoms of traumatic pericardial tamponade, being a safe and reliable procedure. It may create favorable conditions for further surgical repair or even freedom from operations.
