Methotrexate in recurrent postpericardiotomy syndrome
2003 ◽
Vol 13
(2)
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pp. 206-208
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The postpericardiotomy syndrome occurs in up to one-third of children undergoing cardiac surgery. Its treatment includes anti-inflammatory agents, diuresis, and drainage of effusions. Administration of steroids can have a dramatic effect, but is limited by adverse effects. Usually the syndrome lasts weeks only, and persistence beyond six months is exceptional. We describe a rare case of chronic postpericardiotomy syndrome, with recurrent pericardial effusions and steroid dependency, that was treated successfully with a low weekly dose of methotrexate.
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2007 ◽
Vol 32
(Suppl. 1)
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pp. 21
2021 ◽
Vol 2021
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pp. 1-12
2021 ◽
Vol 12
(1)
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pp. 829-831