What Is Pericardial Effusion?
Article Sources
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2. Risk Factors
Anyone can get pericardial effusion; however, men between the ages of 16-65 are at a higher risk. People who have cancer are more vulnerable to developing the condition due to the number of factors associated with cancer that potentially can cause pericardial effusion.
Those with underlying conditions that have the potential to cause fluid buildup in the pericardium, such as an autoimmune disorder, are more likely to develop this condition. There are also certain medications that increase the risk, including drugs that treat high blood pressure, seizures and tuberculosis.
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