Neoplastic Pericarditis

Neoplastic pericarditis is pericardial involvement by malignancy, most often metastatic (lung/breast/lymphoma) or primary (mesothelioma), causing pericardial effusion and tamponade. Treatment: urgent pericardiocentesis for tamponade; systemic/local antineoplastic therapy; pericardial window/sclerotherapy for recurrent effusion; treat the primary malignancy; prognosis depends on cancer stage.

Common Symptoms

Pericardial effusion/tamponade; known malignancy; chest pain; recurrent effusion

Causes and Pathogenesis

Tumor metastasis/primary growth in the pericardium causes effusion and tamponade.

Treatment

Pericardiocentesis for tamponade; antineoplastic therapy; pericardial window for recurrence; treat primary

Preventive Measures

Monitor cancer patients; treat malignancy.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the Cardiology/Oncology department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.