What is Constrictive Pericarditis?

The pericardium is a two-layered outer sac that encircles the heart. A thin film of fluid (about 50 ml) slightly separates the two layers and decreases friction between them. Constrictive Pericarditis is present when the pericardium turns fibrotic, thickened, and adherent restricting the filling of the heart. It is most commonly a sequel of an…