pericardial Synonyms
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pericardial Meaning
Wordnet
pericardial (a)
located around the heart or relating to or affecting the pericardium
Webster
pericardial (a.)
Of or pertaining to pericardium; situated around the heart.
pericardial Sentence Examples
- The pericardial sac surrounds the heart and protects it from friction and infection.
- Pericardial fluid lubricates the pericardial sac and allows the heart to move smoothly.
- Pericardial effusion is an abnormal accumulation of fluid in the pericardial sac.
- Pericardial tamponade occurs when excessive pericardial fluid compresses the heart and restricts its filling.
- Pericardial cysts are benign growths that can develop within the pericardial sac.
- Pericardial adhesions are bands of fibrous tissue that can form between the pericardial sac and the heart.
- Pericardial window surgery creates an opening in the pericardial sac to release excess fluid or adhesions.
- Pericardial fibrosis is a thickening and scarring of the pericardial sac.
- Pericardial inflammation can be caused by infections, autoimmune disorders, or trauma.
- Pericardial drainage is a procedure to remove excess pericardial fluid and alleviate pressure on the heart.
FAQs About the word pericardial
located around the heart or relating to or affecting the pericardiumOf or pertaining to pericardium; situated around the heart.
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The pericardial sac surrounds the heart and protects it from friction and infection.
Pericardial fluid lubricates the pericardial sac and allows the heart to move smoothly.
Pericardial effusion is an abnormal accumulation of fluid in the pericardial sac.
Pericardial tamponade occurs when excessive pericardial fluid compresses the heart and restricts its filling.
