Dopamine in oliguria

The perceived beneficial effects include increased cardiac output, improved renal perfusion, reduced tubular metabolic activity, diuresis, and natriuresis. [...]dopamine is used in a variety of clinical settings to prevent or ameliorate renal injury or hasten restoration of renal function. 3 4 Cardi...

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Published in:BMJ 1997-03, Vol.314 (7082), p.690-690
Main Authors: Cuthbertson, Brian H, Noble, David W
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Dopamine
Dopamine - adverse effects
Dopamine - therapeutic use
Drug therapy
Editorials
Growth hormones
Humans
Kidneys
Metabolism
Oliguria - prevention & control
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Summary:The perceived beneficial effects include increased cardiac output, improved renal perfusion, reduced tubular metabolic activity, diuresis, and natriuresis. [...]dopamine is used in a variety of clinical settings to prevent or ameliorate renal injury or hasten restoration of renal function. 3 4 Cardiac failure and fluid overload have also been considered as indications for dopamine, although tachyphylaxis may limit these potential benefits. 4 Recently, there has been a greater focus on potential adverse effects. 5 Arrhythmias and myocardial, gut, and peripheral vascular ischaemia are well described.
ISSN:0959-8138
0959-8146
1468-5833
DOI:10.1136/bmj.314.7082.690