Lung collapse secondary to massive pericardial effusion in adults: Two case reports

We present two cases of respiratory insufficiency due to left lung collapse secondary to massive pericardial effusion. Both patients had pericardial effusion due to their underlying disease. Radioimaging showed compression of the left bronchus. Patients got symptomatic relief after pericardiocentesis. Follow-up imaging showed expansion of the lung.

Source: Indian Journal of Critical Care Medicine - March 16, 2018 Category: Intensive Care Authors: Yogesh Manhas Antara Gokhale Source Type: research