Pericarditis Treatment in Israel

Complications of pericarditis: Fluid buildup in the pericardium If fluid builds up in the pericardium the heart may function poorly. Treatment for this includes: -Pericardiocentesis: This is a procedure which may be done using an echocardiography-guided needle to drain the fluid from the sac. -Subxiphoid pericardiotomy: This procedure cuts a small hole in the pericardium. This drains the fluid into the abdominal cavity. This procedure is usually done if the pericarditis is chronic, recurring r causes tightening and scarring of the tissue around the pericardium. -Cardiac tamponade: is a rare complication that can be triggered by pericarditis. It causes an excess buildup in the pericardium. This results in the heart’s inability to beat properly because of the pressure caused by the extra fluid. This complication causes symptoms that include: --Nausea --Palpitations --Blurred vision --Lightheadedness --Myocarditis (inflammation of the heart muscle) --Chest pain resembling that of a heart attack This complication is life-threatening and you should seek immediate medical attention if you develop any of the symptoms above.