RVT Journal Quiz: Volume 42 Issue 2 Article 4 An overview of canine pericardial effusion

RVT Journal Quiz: Volume 42 Issue 2 Article 4 An overview of canine pericardial effusion

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Which of the following are the most common causes of pericardial effusion in the dog? *
There is always a small amount of fluid between the heart and the pericardium. *
Which of the following are notable physical exam findings for dogs with pericardial effusion? *
Which of the following best describes acute cardiac tamponade? *
Cytology of the pericardial effusion tends to provide high diagnostic yield and, in most cases, can even provide a definitive diagnosis. *
Which of the following is a reason to perform pericardiocentesis from the right side? *
Which of the following is the most common complication of pericardiocentesis? *
Idiopathic pericardial effusions have an overall good prognosis, but it is difficult to differentiate between mesothelioma. *
Of all the neoplastic causes of pericardial effusion, hemangiosarcomas have the best prognosis. *
Mesothelioma is easily diagnosed by cytology. *