Dr. Sanjay Gupta

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Pericarditis refers to inflammation of the pericardium The pericardium is a sac within which the heart sits. Acute inflammation of this sac is known as acute pericarditis. If the inflammation spreads to the surface of the heart itself, it is termed myopericarditis. Why does this inflammation happen? How may it present?

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All About Cardiovascular System and Disorders

APRIL 25, 2024

If the amount of fluid is large or there is a rapid increase in the rate of fluid collection, the compression of the heart prevents its proper filling. An unfilled heart is not able to pump out blood well and the blood pressure falls. Pericarditis is the inflammation of the outer covering of the heart.

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Dr. Paddy Barrett

APRIL 5, 2024

Primary prevention is the management of the risk factors, e.g. high blood pressure, early in life to prevent complications of the condition, i.e. coronary artery disease. This refers to all the steps necessary to reduce the odds of a subsequent event, such as a second heart attack or stroke. Secondary prevention.

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