论文信息 - A Chronic Constrictive Tuberculous Pericarditis Case With Large Calcific Pericardial Deposits

A Chronic Constrictive Tuberculous Pericarditis Case With Large Calcific Pericardial Deposits

The frequency of tuberculous pericarditis has diminished in recent years. Large calcific pericardial deposits are specific signs for pericardial tuberculosis. In this study we’re presenting a case of chronic constrictive tuberculous pericarditis with large calcific pericardial deposits. Conventional open pericardiectomy via the median sternotomy , which enables a safer, wider, and more effective approach.

U. Yetkin | A. Gürbüz | B. Ozcem | M. Bademci | K. Erguneş

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