Systemic lupus erythematosus presenting with cardiac tamponade due to a haemorrhagic pericardial effusion.
A 14 year old girl presented with cardiac tamponade due to a haemorrhagic pericardial effusion. Systemic lupus erythematosus was diagnosed. Pericardial stripping was performed due to recurrence of the effusion despite pericardiocentesis and steroid therapy.
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Department of Medicine, Enfield District Hospital, Southgate, London, UK.
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D000293:Adolescent; D002305:Cardiac Tamponade / Q000209:etiology*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008180:Lupus Erythematosus, Systemic / Q000150:complications*; D010490:Pericardial Effusion / Q000150:complications*