MeSH definition : A nonspecific hypersensitivity reaction caused by TRAUMA to the PERICARDIUM, often
following PERICARDIOTOMY. It is characterized by PERICARDIAL EFFUSION; high titers
of anti-heart antibodies; low-grade FEVER; LETHARGY; loss of APPETITE; or ABDOMINAL
PAIN.;
A nonspecific hypersensitivity reaction caused by TRAUMA to the PERICARDIUM, often
following PERICARDIOTOMY. It is characterized by PERICARDIAL EFFUSION; high titers
of anti-heart antibodies; low-grade FEVER; LETHARGY; loss of APPETITE; or ABDOMINAL
PAIN.