Intra-anesthetic Problems - Cardiac Tamponade

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Accumulation of blood or other fluid within the pericardial sac may prevent adequate ventricular filling and reduce stroke volume and cardiac output. When the accumulation is rapid, cardiovascular collapse may occur within minutes.

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Accumulation of blood or other fluid within the pericardial sac may prevent adequate ventricular filling and reduce stroke volume and cardiac output. When the accumulation is rapid, cardiovascular collapse may occur within minutes.

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