Rebound perioperative hyperkalemia in six patients after cessation of ritodrine for premature labor.

Kotani, N; Kushikata, T; Hashimoto, H; Muraoka, M; Tonosaki, M; Matsuki, A · Anesth Analg · 2001

prospective_cohort · Level II

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Abstract

This report describes six patients who had marked hyperkalemia 60-150 min after cessation of intravenous ritodrine, which had been administered for management of preterm labor. Abnormal electrocardiographic findings are very important clues for a prompt diagnosis of hyperkalemia.

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