From Diagnosis to Definitive Surgical Therapy: An Approach to Constrictive Pericarditis and Pericardiectomy

CTSNet | The Cardiothoracic Surgery Network 2026 Open access

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Authors: Nazlı Melis Coşkun, Elnur İmamaliyev, Ahmet Aydın, Ergün Barış Kaya, Mustafa Yılmaz
DOI: 10.25373/ctsnet.31298026
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Abstract

This presentation outlines the diagnostic evaluation and surgical management of constrictive pericarditis, highlighting key clinical findings, imaging characteristics, hemodynamic features, and the role of complete pericardiectomy as the definitive treatment.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Pericarditis and Cardiac Tamponade Intestinal and Peritoneal Adhesions Streptococcal Infections and Treatments

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Journal / source
CTSNet | The Cardiothoracic Surgery Network
Publication date
1 January 2026