| Literature DB >> 15216133 |
Edward B. Diethrich1, Ronald Tolls.
Abstract
A case of chronic constrictive pericarditis of probable tuberculous origin in a middle-aged white male is discussed. The localization of calcium was unusual in that it was confined to a thick band encircling the ventricles and extending into adjacent myocardium 2 cm caudal to the atrioventricular groove. The pathogenesis, clinical and surgical indications for operation, and the prognosis are considered, together with a discussion of operative techniques employed.Entities:
Year: 1977 PMID: 15216133 PMCID: PMC287636
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Cardiovasc Dis ISSN: 0093-3546