New Delhi
08048034235
Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery

Pericardiectomy Consultation

INR 800
Phone Number

08048034235

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Email Address dev2407@gmail.com

Mon-Thu: 10 AM - 2 PM • Fri: 3 PM - 7AM

Address A2/44, Delhi - Jaipur Expressway, New Delhi, Delhi - 110037

New Delhi, Delhi, India, 110037

Description

Pericardiectomy is a surgical procedure involving the removal of part or all of the pericardium, the protective sac surrounding the heart. This is most commonly performed in patients suffering from constrictive pericarditis, a condition where the pericardium becomes thickened and restricts heart function. It may also be indicated in recurrent pericardial effusion, tuberculosis-related pericarditis, or in rare cases, pericardial tumors. By removing the diseased pericardium, the surgery restores normal heart filling and function, significantly reducing symptoms like breathlessness, swelling, and fatigue. It is a major but effective procedure, offering long-term relief and improved cardiac performance.

Specifications

Target Conditions Constrictive pericarditis, recurrent pericardial effusion, TB pericarditis
Alternatives Medical management (temporary or ineffective in severe cases)
Risk Factors Bleeding, arrhythmias, infection, incomplete symptom relief
Follow-up Care Cardiac rehab, regular echo follow-ups
Ideal For Patients with pericardial constriction not responding to medical treatment
Success Rate 90–95%
Approach Median sternotomy or thoracotomy
Anesthesia General anesthesia
Recovery Time 6 to 8 weeks
Hospital Stay 5 to 7 days
Duration 3 to 5 hours

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