Cardiac tamponade is a serious disorder that prevents the ventricles from dilating, resulting in the inability of the heart to pump blood to the body's organs. This condition, if not diagnosed and treated promptly, can lead to heart failure or even death.

Acute cardiac tamponade is a dangerous condition with a high risk of death if not detected and treated promptly. When the heart is compressed, it impedes the activities of the heart, thereby leading to the organs in the body not being supplied with enough blood, leading to multi-organ failure.

Acute tamponade is a condition in which fluid or blood accumulates in the pericardium causing pressure on the heart, limiting its function. This is an acute case of multiple etiologies, requiring emergency management to release cardiac tamponade.