| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5988221 | The Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery | 2016 | 12 Pages |
Abstract
Whereas early mortality after isolated pericardiectomy is low irrespective of the indication for surgery, late follow-up demonstrates better outcomes after pericardiectomy for effusive/chronic relapsing pericarditis compared with pericardial constriction. Importantly, the majority of patients were free from significant heart failure symptoms during follow-up.
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Authors
Erin A. MD, John M. MD, Richard C. MD, Kevin L. MD, Lyle D. MD, PhD, Jae MD, Hartzell V. MD, Joseph A. MD,