Pericardial effusion
- G1Not applicable
- G2Asymptomatic effusion size small to moderate
- G3Effusion with physiologic consequences
- G4Life-threatening consequences; hospitalization
- G5Death
Definition and note
DefinitionA disorder characterized by fluid collection within the pericardial sac, usually due to inflammation.
Navigational noteConsider Cardiac disorders: Pericardial tamponade, Pericarditis.
MedDRA code (LLT): 10034474 · CTCAE v6.0 (NCI), original English text.