Pericarditis

Category: Cardiovascular / Inflammatory Heart Disease

Pericarditis is an inflammation of the pericardium, the two-layered sac-like tissue that surrounds the heart, often causing sharp chest pain.

Global Prevalence

Incidence is estimated at 27.7 cases per 100,000 person-years, with higher rates in men and younger adults. (Source: European Society of Cardiology)

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