Ovarian adenocarcinoma complicated by malignant pericarditis.
Neoplastic pericarditis is a rare complication of gynecologic malignancies. However, as illustrated in the case presented, the physician involved in the care of patients with cancer should be aware of this possible life-threatening complication. The case report is followed by a brief review of the pertinent clinical, pathophysiologic, and therapeutic aspects of this condition.
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Sevin
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Averette
D000230:Adenocarcinoma / Q000150:complications / Q000473:pathology / Q000556:secondary*; D005260:Female; D006338:Heart Neoplasms / Q000150:complications / Q000473:pathology / Q000556:secondary*; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D010051:Ovarian Neoplasms / Q000473:pathology*; D010490:Pericardial Effusion / Q000209:etiology; D010493:Pericarditis / Q000209:etiology*