Table 1 Classification of pericardial effusion
From: Pericardial effusion in oncological patients: current knowledge and principles of management
Classification | Size | Volume of effusion |
|---|---|---|
Trivial | Seen only during systole | < 50 mL |
Small | < 1 cm | 50–100 mL |
Moderate | 1–2 cm | 100–500 mL |
Large | > 2 cm | > 500 mL |
Very large | > 2.5 cm |