Commotio Cordis

Beck's Triad: Cardiac Symptoms and Treatment

Cardiac tamponade is a life-threatening condition caused by fluid accumulation in the pericardial sac, which compresses the heart and impairs its ability to pump blood effectively . Beck's triad is a classic set of clinical signs used to identify this emergency, although not all patients exhibit the full triad . Prompt recognition and treatment of cardiac tamponade are critical to prevent shock and death .