Endometrial carcinoma complicated by malignant pericardial effusion: A case report on the therapeutic regimen

RATIONALE: High-stage endometrial carcinoma is an aggressive tumor with a high propensity for distant spread. However, metastases to the pericardium are rare in gynecological cancer, and are usually fatal. PATIENT CONCERNS: A 69-year-old woman was diagnosed with endometrial carcinoma with pericardium metastasis. The symptoms at presentation were panic and shortness of breath. DIAGNOSES: The cytologic examination of pericardial fluid obtained by pericardiocentesis confirmed metastasis. INTERVENTIONS: In addition to cisplatin instilled into the pericardial space, for systemic chemotherapy, we chose that gemcitabine and lobaplatin regimen be preferred. OUTCOMES: The patient has been participating in telephone follow-up for 8 months and has generally remained in a good condition. LESSONS: Endometrial carcinoma can have pericardial metastases. When this happens, we recommend ultrasound-guided pericardial puncture and the pericardial injection of cisplatin, in combination with systemic chemotherapy that consists of gemcitabine and lobaplatin.