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A multifaceted approach to calcium channel blocker overdose: a case report and literature review

Year: 2015

Type: article

Abstract: Calcium channel blocker toxicity can be devastating. Initial therapy with fluid, calcium, and adrenoreceptor agonists should be prompt and novel therapies can be added if no response. Determining cardiogenic shock versus vasoplegia with echocardiogram or other hemodynamic monitoring may guide treatment options.

Source: Clinical Case Reports

DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.300

Authors: Robert Burkes, Gregg Wendorf

Institution: University of Louisville

Language: English

Topic: Poisoning and overdose treatments

Subfield: Emergency Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,820