Dofetilide induced torsade de pointes: Mechanism, risk factors and management strategies
Dofetilide is an effective antiarrhythmic agent for conversion of atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter as well as maintenance of sinus rhythm in appropriately selected patients. However, as with other antiarrhythmic agents, proarrhythmia is a known adverse effect. The risk of dofetilide induced to...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2014-11-01
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| Series: | Indian Heart Journal |
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| Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0019483213003994 |