Second-degree atrioventricular heart block after doxapram administration.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Doxapram, a respiratory stimulant, is used to treat idiopathic apnea of prematurity. The side effects reported are minimal. We present three cases of second-degree atrioventricular block caused by QT interval prolongation associated with doxapram administration. All three infants returned to normal sinus rhythm after doxapram administration was stopped.
Medical subject headings
- Doxapram
- Heart Block
- Hyaline Membrane Disease
- Respiratory System Agents