The clinical application of arterial sheath for the treatment of pericardial effusion / 中国实用内科杂志

ABSTRACT

Objective To find a simple and effective way for pericardial effusion.Methods Arterial sheath were applied to patients with pericardial effusion when pericardium puncture were performed,and negative pressure drainage bag were connected and aspirated interruptively to no aspiration.1～2 days later,arterial sheath were drawn out.Results 40 cases of pericardial effusion were effectively cured by this method,and clinical effective rate was 100%,and no complication associated with arterial sheath placement was observed.Conclusion Arterial sheath placement is an effective,safe and convenient method for the treatment for pericardial effusion.This method can be routinely applied to pericardial effusion due to different causes.