Pericardial
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Pericardial
Pericardial (pronunciation: per-ih-KAR-dee-ul) refers to anything related to the pericardium, the double-walled sac that contains the heart and the roots of the great vessels.
Etymology
The term "pericardial" is derived from the Greek words "peri," meaning around, and "kardia," meaning heart. Thus, it literally means "around the heart."
Related Terms
- Pericardium: The double-walled sac that contains the heart and the roots of the great vessels.
- Pericarditis: Inflammation of the pericardium.
- Pericardial Effusion: An abnormal accumulation of fluid in the pericardial cavity.
- Pericardial Tamponade: A serious medical condition in which fluid in the pericardium builds up and results in compression of the heart.
- Pericardiectomy: A surgical procedure to remove part or all of the pericardium.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pericardial
- Wikipedia's article - Pericardial
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