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Noncardiogenic pulmonary edema complicating massive verapamil overdose
M A Leesar1, R Martyn, J D Talley
1Division of Cardiology, Sinai Hospital of Detroit, Wayne State University.
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|February 1, 1994
Summary
A rare case of noncardiogenic pulmonary edema linked to a verapamil overdose is presented. This finding highlights the risk of severe lung issues and cautions against excessive fluid use during verapamil overdose management.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Toxicology
- Pulmonology
Background:
- Verapamil is a calcium channel blocker used to treat hypertension and arrhythmias.
- Overdoses of verapamil can lead to significant cardiovascular complications, including hypotension and bradycardia.
- Noncardiogenic pulmonary edema is a rare but serious complication of drug overdoses.