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What is the definition or description of: pericardial effusion?
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Fulid aroumd heart: Pericardium sac filled with fluid.
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Definition: An effusion is a fluid collection around the heart. The heart sits in a sac called the pericardium. Fluid can accumulate in this sac for various reasons (infection, inflammatory processes - sle, kidney disease, cancer).
Answered 5/18/2016
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