Constrictive Pericarditis
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Constrictive pericarditis is a condition in which the pericardium, the membrane that surrounds the heart, becomes rigid and thickened, which limits the normal filling of the heart chambers. It usually develops gradually after a previous inflammation.
Common symptoms: Tiredness, shortness of breath with exertion, swelling in the legs or abdomen, and a feeling of fullness.
Common causes: It can arise after inflammations of the pericardium of various origins, although sometimes a precise cause is not identified.
Which specialist treats it? The cardiologist, and in childhood the pediatric cardiologist, studies this condition; when necessary, the cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon or the general surgeon takes part. If you have persistent fatigue and swelling, evaluating it with one of these professionals allows a better understanding of what is happening.
Data on 94 doctors who treat constrictive pericarditis
Which specialist treats constrictive pericarditis?
Constrictive pericarditis is treated by a cardiologist, with support from a pediatric cardiologist in children, and may require care from a cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon in advanced cases. If you have swelling in your abdomen and legs along with fatigue, see this specialist. You can find these specialists near you through our directory.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in constrictive pericarditis
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Jorge Luis Denis Bravo
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. José Luis Lucho Hernández
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Dr. Charles Cesar Lazo Cárdenas
Frequently asked questions
What is constrictive pericarditis?
Constrictive pericarditis is a condition in which the pericardium, the membrane that surrounds the heart, becomes rigid and thickened, which limits the normal filling of the heart chambers. It usually develops gradually after a previous inflammation.
Which doctor treats constrictive pericarditis?
Constrictive pericarditis is treated by a cardiologist, with support from a pediatric cardiologist in children, and may require care from a cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon in advanced cases. If you have swelling in your abdomen and legs along with fatigue, see this specialist. You can find these specialists near you through our directory.