In:
European Heart Journal - Case Reports, Oxford University Press (OUP), Vol. 5, No. 5 ( 2021-05-03)
Abstract:
Pericardial effusion is a common complication of percutaneous left atrial appendage (LAA) closure. Acute management is the cornerstone of pericardial effusion treatment and interrupting the intervention is often required. Case summary A 65-year-old man presented an acute 10 mm pericardial effusion following pigtail contrast appendage injection. A rapid Watchman Flex 24 mm (Boston Scientific) deployment permitted bleeding interruption. A needle pericardiocentesis was achieved in order to prevent any haemodynamical instability. Discussion This case report describes an atypical cause of pericardial effusion and a technique for bleeding control with LAA closure device deployment.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
2514-2119
DOI:
10.1093/ehjcr/ytab187
Language:
English
Publisher:
Oxford University Press (OUP)
Publication Date:
2021
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2948381-5