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Pericardial effusion chest x ray

Introduction

Overview

Overview

Chest X ray is very less effective to confirm the diagnosis of pericardial effusion unless there is massive effusion.

Chest X Ray

Chest X Ray

Chest X ray is normal in cases of mild-moderate pericardial effusion. Cardiomegaly is seen when pericardial effusion > 250 ml. However it can be used to rule out other causes of chest pain.

Pericardial effusion
Pericardial effusion

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Pericardial effusion Day of the admission
Pericardial effusion. The second day of treatment.
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