The Annals of Thoracic Surgery, Vol 55, 541-542, Copyright © 1993 by The Society of Thoracic Surgeons
Pericardioperitoneal window
N Ancalmo and JL Ochsner
Department of Surgery, Ochsner Clinic, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70816.
A technique to create a pericardial window is discussed. By creating a
communication between the pericardial and peritoneal cavities, adequate
drainage is obtained without the need for external draining systems. The
technique is simple, easy to learn, and without serious complications.