Correct diagnosis and successful treatment for pericardial effusion due to toothpick injury: A case report and literature review

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World J Gastroenterol. Aug 21, 2007; 13(31): 4278-4281
Published online Aug 21, 2007. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v13.i31.4278

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Figure 1 High resolution chest computed tomography (CT) revealed a moderate amount of pericardial effusion with possible superimposed infection. Thickness of pericardium and left lobe liver abscess were found. A straight tubular structure about 6 cm in length transverses the lateral segment of liver to pericardial space and unknown foreign body was suspected.

Citation: Liu YY, Tseng JH, Yeh CN, Fang JT, Lee HL, Jan YY. Correct diagnosis and successful treatment for pericardial effusion due to toothpick injury: A case report and literature review. World J Gastroenterol 2007; 13(31): 4278-4281
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