Cardiac tamponade

MONDO:0001297

Acute compression of the heart caused by increased intrapericardial pressure due to the collection of blood or fluid in the pericardium from rupture of the heart, penetrating trauma, or progressive effusion.

Also known as: pericardial tamponade

3 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 3 tagged with Cardiac tamponade itself.

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Including sub-types (3) Tagged with Cardiac tamponade (3)

Trials to join now! 1 Completed 2

Can a quick ultrasound training help ER staff spot heart problems faster?

Knowledge-focused Recruiting now

This study tests a training program that teaches advanced practice providers (like nurse practitioners and physician assistants) in the emergency department how to use a portable ultrasound to check the heart. About 75 providers will take a simulation course, then use the ultraso…

Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused

Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC

Cardiac tamponade

Where it sits in the disease tree

Can a quick ultrasound training help ER staff spot heart problems faster?