[Fatal cardiac tamponade associated with total parenteral nutrition]

Nutr Hosp. 1989 Apr-Jun;4(3):158-9.
[Article in Spanish]

Abstract

Cardiac tamponade linked to parenteral nutrition is a rare complication, but often fatal. This clinical study describes a case in which this complication occurs, with a review of literature on the subject and several recommendations for prevention and treatment.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Abdomen, Acute / complications
  • Abdomen, Acute / therapy
  • Adult
  • Cardiac Tamponade / etiology*
  • Cardiac Tamponade / pathology
  • Fatal Outcome
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Malabsorption Syndromes / complications
  • Malabsorption Syndromes / therapy
  • Parenteral Nutrition, Total / adverse effects*
  • Postoperative Care / adverse effects