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Last uploaded: January 16, 2025
Id http://purl.bioontology.org/ontology/MESH/D010490
http://purl.bioontology.org/ontology/MESH/D010490
Preferred Name

Pericardial Effusion

Definitions
Fluid accumulation within the PERICARDIUM. Serous effusions are associated with pericardial diseases. Hemopericardium is associated with trauma. Lipid-containing effusion (chylopericardium) results from leakage of THORACIC DUCT. Severe cases can lead to CARDIAC TAMPONADE.
Synonyms
Hemopericardium
Effusions, Pericardial
Pericardial Effusions
Chylopericardium
Effusion, Pericardial
Chylopericardiums
Type http://www.w3.org/2002/07/owl#Class
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