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Iatrogenic pneumopericardium following therapeutic pericardiocentesis for pericardial effusion in the emergency department - a case report

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Background: This case report highlights a rare iatrogenic complication of pericardiocentesis and discusses its clinical management. In most cases, pneumopericardium is usually self-limiting and does not require any specific treatment. Therefore, a timely diagnosis and urgent treatment are required. Currently, there are only a few reports regarding pneumopericardium following therapeutic pericardiocentesis. Case Presentation: We present a case of an 81-year-old woman who developed pneumopericardium following pericardiocentesis for pericardial effusion, a rare association reported in the literature. Conclusion: Pneumopericardium may develop iatrogenically after Pericardiocentesis. Attention should be paid to the puncture site and angle during pericardial puncture, especially in weak patients.

Source: European Journal of Medical Case Reports

DOI: 10.24911/ejmcr.9-1507

Authors: Meliha Fındık, Muhammet Çakas, Ramazan Kıyak, Bahadır Çağlar, Süha Serin

Institution: Balıkesir University

Language: English

Topic: Pericarditis and Cardiac Tamponade

Subfield: Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4408382827

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