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Although cardiac tamponade remains uncommon, morbidity and mortality from cardiac tamponade are high. EMS providers must understand the numerous causes and prehospital management of cardiac tamponade. Proper identification of its signs and symptoms, followed by correct management, may save lives.
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Division of Emergency Medicine, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, USA.
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D002305:Cardiac Tamponade / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy; D004496:Education, Continuing; D004632:Emergency Medical Services; D004638:Emergency Treatment / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D010490:Pericardial Effusion; D010496:Pericardium / Q000033:anatomy & histology / Q000502:physiology; D010808:Physical Examination; D014481:United States