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Cardiac Tamponade | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring
Although the onset of cardiac tamponade can be sudden, it most commonly occurs slowly. The symptoms increase with the amount of blood in the pericardium. As your heart stops pumping efficiently, these symptoms appear:
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Cardiac Tamponade: Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
Cardiac Tamponade: Diagnosis & Tests
Author: Eric Berlin, MD Reviewer: Gail Hendrickson, RN, BS Date Reviewed: 05/04/01