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Reasking- had a pericardiectomy 4 years ago - bp now lowish (105/65) - likely any direct connection? dr. note i've had a pericardiectomy
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Pericardiectomy.: Sometimes low blood pressure may be due to constriction of the pericardial sac within which the heart is located. Pericardiectomy refers to a surgical procedure where the sac around the heart is removed to allow the heart to beat without restriction and generate a normal blood pressure. If the pericardium cannot be completely removed, some of the original symptoms may recur at a later date.
Answered 11/7/2013
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Unlikely issue: Why pericardiectomy? Tuberculosis, fluid, cancer? Nevertheless normal blood pressure now. Review medications and weight and hydration with md.
Answered 4/28/2015
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