What Is Cardiac Tamponade?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
8. Complications
If cardiac tamponade is caught in time then the patient should not develop any serious problems. If it is not dealt with in time, however, then it can result in some very serious problems indeed. As the heart struggles to deliver blood and oxygen to the body then the patient can be in real danger.
Severe cardiac tamponade can cause the patient to go into shock. This can, in turn, result in multiple organ failure and this can be fatal in some cases. The good news is that the condition can often be treated, but it is essential that the patient is found professional medical assistance as soon as possible.
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