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He was discharged after an initial negative workup that included a CT chest without contrast. He later presented again with severe chest pain and fever and was found to have an oesophageal\u2013pericardial fistula. He underwent surgical and endoscopic treatment with good recovery.<\/jats:p>\n               <\/jats:sec>\n               <jats:sec>\n                  <jats:title>Discussion<\/jats:title>\n                  <jats:p>Patients with oesophago-pericardial fistulas often have delayed presentation 1\u20134 weeks after the ablation procedure. Early diagnosis can be challenging. CT with oral and intravenous contrast is often used for diagnosis. Treatment often includes antibiotics, surgical or interventional drainage of infected spaces with oesophageal repair, clipping or stenting. 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