[Malignant mesothelioma of the pericardium--diagnostic problems].

A case of the malignant mesothelioma of pericardium is presented as this is rare primary neoplasm of pericardium. Diagnosis of the malignant mesothelioma of pericardium is a difficult clinical problem. The authors discuss the value of various diagnostic techniques used in diagnosis of the malignant mesothelioma of pericardium.