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What is Pericarditis?
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Inflammation of pericardial sac: 2 layers rub together when inflamed causing irritation.
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Common causes of Pericarditis
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Myocardial infarction (2-3 days after event),
Connective tissue disorders (Lupus, rheumatoid arthritis), Renal Failure, Mediastinal injury, Neoplasms or Radiation, Infectious Processes |
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What Subjective History might be indicative of Pericarditis?
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Pleuritic chest pain: may radiate to Left shoulder, may be relieved by leaning forward
Pain is oppressive, sudden onset, General Malaise, Fever, Dyspnea or cough |
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What PMH might be significant if suspecting Pericarditis?
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TB,
Immune or Collagen disorders, Recent MI (Dressler's Syndrome) Recent Radiation, Hemodialysis, Anything related to the heart. |
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What Objective data might be indicative of Pericarditis?
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Tachycardia
Tachypnea Fever Pericardial friction rub (heard with pt. leaning forward) |
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What are some diagnostic tests for Pericarditis?
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CBC: elevated WBC
Blood Cultures Pericardial fluid analysis Chest x-ray ESR prob elevated Echo is the best!! |
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What is the treatment for Pericarditis?
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Anti-inflammatory agents,
Anti-pyretics, Antibiotics, Colchicine for cases related to gout, Diuretics, Possible pericardiocentesis. |
