Prostaglandin-induced ventricular fibrillation during cesarean section

A case report is presented of ventricular fibrillation after intramyometrial injection of 1 mg dinoprostone (PGE 2) during cesarean section performed under general anesthesia. Anesthesiologists should be aware of the potential cardiovascular side-effects of prostaglandins used by the obstetrician.

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Published in:International journal of obstetric anesthesia 1997-04, Vol.6 (2), p.130-131
Main Authors: Marcus, M.A.E., Vertommen, J.D., Van Aken, H., Swinnen, G.
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:A case report is presented of ventricular fibrillation after intramyometrial injection of 1 mg dinoprostone (PGE 2) during cesarean section performed under general anesthesia. Anesthesiologists should be aware of the potential cardiovascular side-effects of prostaglandins used by the obstetrician.
ISSN:0959-289X
1532-3374
DOI:10.1016/S0959-289X(97)80012-X