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The differential diagnosis of a pericardial collection with attenuation greater than that of water includes the following:
- malignancy
- blood
- pus
- effusion associated with hypothyroidism
References
Wang ZJ. CT and MR Imaging of Pericardial Disease. RadioGraphics. 2003(23); S167-S180.
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