Pericardiectomy, Pericardeclomy

Pericardiectomy (Pericardiectomy) is a surgical procedure that is performed to treat chronic constrictive and effusion pericarditis. These diseases are characterized by inflammation of the pericardium, the membrane that surrounds the heart. As a result of the inflammatory process, swelling and fluid accumulation can form in the pericardium, which causes pressure on the heart and disruption of its function.

Chronic constrictive pericarditis is characterized by the formation of hard deposits on the surface of the pericardium, causing it to thicken and narrow the space between the pericardium and the heart. This impairs the functioning of the heart and can lead to serious complications.

Chronic pericardial effusion is characterized by the formation of fluid accumulation in the pericardium, which leads to pressure on the heart and its impairment. This fluid can be caused by a variety of reasons, including infections, cancer, and other diseases.

Pericardiectomy is performed in cases where conservative treatment fails and the patient experiences serious cardiac problems. In this procedure, the surgeon removes the pericardium, relieving pressure on the heart and restoring its function.

Pericardiectomy can be performed either as an open surgical procedure or using endoscopic techniques. In an open surgical procedure, the surgeon makes an incision in the chest to gain access to the heart and then removes the pericardium. This procedure can be quite complex and has high risks of complications such as bleeding, infection and heart damage.

Endoscopic pericardiectomy is a less invasive method that is performed using an endoscope inserted through a small incision in the chest. This method has lower risks of complications than an open surgical procedure and allows for faster recovery after surgery.

Overall, pericardiectomy is an effective treatment for chronic constrictive and effusion pericarditis, which can significantly improve the patient's quality of life and prevent serious complications. However, like any other surgical procedure, pericardiectomy has its risks and requires careful preparation and supervision by medical personnel.



Pericardiectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the pericardium, the special membrane surrounding the heart. This operation can be performed to treat various heart diseases such as chronic constrictive pericarditis and chronic pericardial effusion.

In chronic constrictive pericarditis, the pericardium becomes thickened and compresses the heart, which can lead to heart failure and other problems. In this case, pericardiectomy may help improve heart function and reduce symptoms.

In chronic pericardial effusion, fluid accumulates in the pericardium, which can cause heart failure and other problems. In this case, pericardiectomy can also help reduce fluid in the pericardium and improve heart function.

Overall, pericardiectomy is an important procedure in the treatment of heart disease and can help improve patients' quality of life.



Pericardectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the pericardium (the covering of the heart inside the chest) surrounding the heart. The pericardium is penetrated by lymphatic blood vessels, blood, tissues and connective tissue. All of these components can become inflamed, forming an abscess, which can lead to severe pain in the heart area, shortness of breath, and fluid accumulation in the pleural space (the coughed up fluid sometimes contains blood). But if an acute condition occurs that requires immediate medical attention, the abscess may burst on its own. However, without proper treatment, pericardial inflammation and ascites progress rapidly, which can lead to death within weeks or months.

In most cases, pericardiectomies are performed due to chronic constrictive pericarditis and chronic exudative pericarditis, two forms of pericardial inflammation. These diseases can develop in people of any age, including children and adolescents. An important reason for pericardia to undergo this procedure is the placement of a compressive layer of connective tissue on the heart and the accumulation of fluid, which can put pressure on the heart itself. This can not only reduce the patient's quality of life, but also put them at risk of dangerously high blood pressure (HTN), as well as the development of other symptoms such as reser, dry cough, rapid heartbeat, fever and tachycardia. Compressive tissue can be due to a variety of causes, including myocardial infarction, severe obesity, severe pleurisy symptoms, infections, and viruses. In chronic constrictive pericarditis, the fluid content (albumin) in the pericardium decreases to a level of 30 mg/dL, while chronic effusion pericarditis has fluid content of more than 45 mg/dL.

The goal of a pericardecardialectomy is to remove any layer of connective or procytic tissue that is obstructing heart function and is a source of poor health. The procedure is usually performed by the surgeon in a cardiovascular surgery mode, although this may vary depending on the clinical situation and availability of the site required for the operation. If there is no certainty regarding the size of the pericardium, the heart is visualized using X-rays and computed tomography before the procedure.

Performing pericardectomy is a complex procedure and is not recommended for patients with heart disease or those with an infection. Overall, the prognosis for this surgery is usually positive as it is considered to be something most people can cope with. Although pericardiectomy does not cure chronic heart disease,