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Review
. 2019 Jan;36(1):170-176.
doi: 10.1111/echo.14211. Epub 2018 Dec 1.

The transverse and oblique sinuses of the pericardium: Anatomic and echocardiographic insights

Swetha Penmasta  1 , Jeffrey J Silbiger  1
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Review

The transverse and oblique sinuses of the pericardium: Anatomic and echocardiographic insights

Swetha Penmasta et al. Echocardiography. 2019 Jan.

Abstract

A number of masses and pseudomasses may be encountered during the echocardiographic examination of the transverse and oblique sinuses with significant clinical implications. This review discusses the clinically relevant anatomy of the pericardial sinuses emphasizing diagnostic pitfalls that may be encountered during their echocardiographic examination.

Keywords: left atrial appendage; oblique sinus; pericardial effusion; transverse sinus.

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