Effect of levosimendan in experimental verapamil- induced myocardial depression

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Calcium antagonist overdose can cause severe deterioration of hemodynamics unresponsible to treatment with beta adrenergic inotropes. The aim of the study was to evaluate in an experimental model the effects of levosimendan during se...

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Main Authors: Kiviniemi Vesa, Lindgren Leena, Magga Jarkko, Leppikangas Heli, Kurola Jouni, Rutanen Juha, Ruokonen Esko
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2010-03-01
Series:Scandinavian Journal of Trauma, Resuscitation and Emergency Medicine
Online Access:http://www.sjtrem.com/content/18/1/12