Cardiac Tamponade: Diagnosis & Tests

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Cardiac Tamponade

Cardiac Tamponade | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring

How is the condition diagnosed?

The diagnosis can be made by the presence of abnormal pulses and an abnormal electrocardiogram, also known as an ECG. A chest X-ray may show changes in the shape of your heart. Echocardiography, which is an ultrasound of your heart, or more invasive tests such as cardiac catheterization can confirm the diagnosis.

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Author: Eric Berlin, MD
Reviewer: Gail Hendrickson, RN, BS
Date Reviewed: 05/04/01

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