Acute neonatal collapse resulting from pericardial effusion.
Two patients are described with acute collapse caused by pericardial effusion following central venous catheterisation. Echocardiography during resuscitation allowed prompt identification and management.


CONCLUSIONS
Pericardial effusion should be considered in any baby experiencing acute deterioration with a central venous catheter in place.
Bagtharia
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Neonatal Unit, Royal London Hospital, Whitechapel, United Kingdom.
Kempley
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D002405:Catheterization, Central Venous / Q000009:adverse effects*; D004452:Echocardiography; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D008297:Male; D007752:Obstetric Labor, Premature; D010490:Pericardial Effusion / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D020519:Pericardiocentesis; D011247:Pregnancy