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Hypertensive and Hypotensive Emergencies in Interventional Radiology
Surbhi B Trivedi1, Charles E Ray2
1Department of Radiology, University of Illinois Hospital and Health Sciences System, Chicago, Illinois.
Seminars in Interventional Radiology
|November 21, 2022
Summary
Severe blood pressure changes during interventional radiology procedures require prompt recognition and management. This review covers common causes and treatments for hypertensive and hypotensive emergencies in these patients.
Area of Science:
- Interventional Radiology
- Cardiovascular Medicine
Background:
- Hyper- and hypotensive emergencies are severe clinical issues during interventional radiology.
- Patients undergoing moderate sedation are at particular risk for cardiovascular compromise.
- Complications can arise from underlying pathology or sedation itself.
Purpose of the Study:
- To discuss common etiologies of hyper- and hypotensive emergencies in interventional radiology.
- To outline interventions for managing these blood pressure abnormalities.
- To familiarize interventional radiologists with common treatment medications.
Main Methods:
- Review of common causes of blood pressure emergencies in interventional radiology.
- Discussion of timely interventions for cardiovascular stability.
- Overview of commonly used medications for treatment.
Main Results:
- Understanding the cause of blood pressure changes is crucial for intervention.
- Management may involve correcting the underlying cause and directly addressing blood pressure.
- Familiarity with emergency medications is essential for interventional radiologists.
Conclusions:
- Prompt recognition and management of hyper- and hypotensive emergencies are vital.
- Interventional radiologists must be prepared to manage cardiovascular compromise.
- Knowledge of etiologies and interventions ensures patient safety and stability.
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