In comparison, cardiac CT and CMR provide a comprehensive ... and may provide detailed information regarding pericardial thickness, calcification, effusion and inflammation.

A pericardial effusion occurs when a significant amount of fluid fills the pericardial space. Individuals without pericardial effusion have a small amount of pericardial fluid (15 mL to 50 mL ...

pericardial effusion with and without cardiac tamponade, constrictive pericarditis and effusive-constrictive pericarditis. Emphasis is placed on clinical signs and the important invasive and ...

Computed tomography (CT) is the definitive diagnostic ... face), tinnitus and focal neurologic deficits. Cardiac tamponade: An acute pericardial effusion can occur causing cardiac tamponade ...