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Nonocclusive mesenteric ischemia associated with propranolol overdose: implications regarding splanchnic circulation

M J Pettei1, J Levy, S Abramson

  • 1Division of Gastroenterology and Nutrition, Schneider Children's Hospital, New Hyde Park, NY 11042.

Summary

A massive propranolol overdose in a young woman caused isolated mesenteric ischemia due to severe splanchnic vasoconstriction. This highlights the complex interplay of beta-blockade and alpha-adrenergic activity in shock, impacting gastrointestinal blood flow.

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