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;pericardial friction rub
:A pericardial friction rub is the characteristic sign of pericarditis. It sounds like the rubbing together of two rough surfaces. The sound may vary over time and patient position.
;pericardiectomy
:A pericardiectomy is a surgical procedure in which the pericardial sac is opened, a piece is removed, and the sac is left open.