Acute neonatal collapse resulting from pericardial effusion

Authors
Bagtharia, R Kempley, ST Hla, TM
Citation
R. Bagtharia et al., Acute neonatal collapse resulting from pericardial effusion, EUR J PED, 160(12), 2001, pp. 726-727
Citations number
2
Categorie Soggetti
Pediatrics,"Medical Research General Topics
Journal title
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
ISSN journal
03406199 → ACNP
Volume
160
Issue
12
Year of publication
2001
Pages
726 - 727
Database
ISI
SICI code
0340-6199(200112)160:12<726:ANCRFP>2.0.ZU;2-L
Abstract
Two patients are described with acute collapse caused by pericardial effusi on following central venous catheterisation. Echocardiography during resusc itation allowed prompt identification and management. Conclusion: pericardi al effusion should be considered in any baby experiencing acute deteriorati on with a central venous catheter in place.