Question 1

what sort of problem is an aseptic joint effusion?

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Could be very bad: Septic joint effusion mean you have infection in the joint with some type of microbes, this could bad for the  joint because if you did not treat the joint soon with the proper antibiotic and some time surgery the joint could big damage?

Question 2

how common is it for somebody to get an aseptic joint effusion?

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Common: An aseptic effusion is much more common than a septic (infected) effusion. It is usually related to underlying joint problems such as arthritis or a meniscus (cartilage) tear. It can also be related to many other medical/systemic disorders. Rheumatoid arthritis or lupus are just two examples of many possibilites. See your physician, rheumatologist, orthopedic surgeon for evaluation.

Question 3

what does minimal suprapatellar effusion mean?

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Probably not much: It means there is very mild swelling of the knee secondary to arthritis.

Question 4

my first echo showed a small not clinically significant effusion and my second showed none. should i worry about these different results?

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No: But you didn't mention on which part of the body the echo is performed.  I would only be concerned if the sequence were reversed.

Question 5

what does tiny tibiootalar join effusion mean?

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Ankle joint fluid: Effusion means fluid buildup.  Tibiotalar refers to the main ankle joint.  Such fluid can occur due to arthritis, infection, or trauma usually. 

There normally is a tiny amount of such fluid to lubricate joints in the body. Greater amounts would warrant evaluation for disease states.  Fluid in this joint can be seen on xrays, ct, and MRI exams.

Question 6

what is the definition or description of: effusion?

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Effusion: Increased joint fluid or blood in a joint.

Question 7

what is a pericardial effusion?

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Fluid around heart: Heart muscle is covered by very thin layer of tissue called epicardium. Further surrounded by very thin partially distensible sac called pericardium. Space between epi- and peri- cardium always  contains small amount of lubricating fluid.  Epi or pericardium can become inflammed or fluid can leak into this space. When fluid accumulates and becomes detectable it is an "effusion.".

Question 8

what's a trivial pericardial effusion?

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No concern: We all have small amounts of fluid in the pericardial sac around the heart.  Think of motor oil for valves in engine which lubricates surfaces ti reduce friction.  If we can see this on an echocardiogram we will frequently say trivial effusion.

Question 9

how to treat loculated peritoneal effusion?

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Do you mean : Pleural effusion or peritoneal fluid?  Either way, it will require drainage for diagnostic purposes at least, unless your doctor knows why it is there.  If it persists, drainage under ct guidance or even surgical drainage becomes necessary.  Ask your doctor who ordered the test what to do about this abnormal finding.

Question 10

trivial pericardial effusion. is it serious?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: It is normal to have a small amount of pericardial fluid present. Current imaging techniques are more sensitive and therefore it is seen more frequently.

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