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'''Constrictive pericarditis''' is a form of [[pericarditis]] characterised by the loss of pericardial elasticity leading to decreased ventricular filling. This occurs due to formation of granulation tissue in the pericardium. | '''Constrictive pericarditis''' is a form of [[pericarditis]] characterised by the loss of pericardial elasticity leading to decreased ventricular filling. This occurs due to formation of granulation tissue in the pericardium. It's a rare complication of acute pericarditis. | ||
The result is diastolic [[heart failure]] due to thickened, rigid, fibrous pericardium following acute pericarditis. Jugular vein distention which worsens on inspiration (Kussmaul sign), pericardial knock, and <abbr>pulsus paradoxus</abbr> are typical findings. | The result is diastolic [[heart failure]] due to thickened, rigid, fibrous pericardium following acute pericarditis. Jugular vein distention which worsens on inspiration (Kussmaul sign), pericardial knock, and <abbr>pulsus paradoxus</abbr> are typical findings. | ||
[[Category:Cardiology]] | [[Category:Cardiology]] | ||