Pericardiectomy Surgical Risk Model Calculator
- Pericardiectomy Surgical Risk Model: Explanation and Clinical Context
Pericardiectomy is a surgical procedure performed to remove the pericardium, often indicated for conditions such as constrictive pericarditis. The risk associated with this surgery can be influenced by various factors including patient age, underlying etiology, functional status, and the necessity for cardiopulmonary bypass. The model developed by Murashita et al. provides a scoring system to predict postoperative complications based on these variables. This tool assists clinicians in preoperative risk assessment, aiding in surgical planning and patient counseling.
Reference:
Murashita T, et al. Experience With Pericardiectomy for Constrictive Pericarditis: A Single-Center Experience. Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104(3):e217-e219. doi:10.1016/j.athoracsur.2017.04.072
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