Epinephrine use results in 'stress' cardiomyopathy

Authors

Avinash Murthy, Division of Cardiology, Bridgeport Hospital, Bridgeport, CT, USA.
Shady Henien, Division of Cardiology, Bridgeport Hospital, Bridgeport, CT, USA.
Craig A. Mcpherson, Division of Cardiology, Bridgeport Hospital, Bridgeport, CT, USA.Follow
Michael A. Logue, Division of Cardiology, Bridgeport Hospital, Bridgeport, CT, USA.Follow

Document Type

Article

Publication Title

Journal of cardiology cases

Abstract

Epinephrine is a frequently used catecholamine, particularly in emergencies and during resuscitation attempts. It is not without side effects. We report a rare case of epinephrine-induced cardiomyopathy. Epinephrine was administered for bradycardia in our patient. He was treated conservatively and responded well to the treatment. Through our work we wish to highlight this adverse cardiac effect of epinephrine. We hope to increase awareness among residents and practicing physicians while using epinephrine. < Epinephrine, although a lifesaving drug, has adverse side effects. Dosages and routes of administration determine its toxicity. Exogenous catecholamines can cause presentations similar to takotsubo cardiomyopathy. Management is supportive and the outcomes are good.>.

First Page

85

Last Page

87

DOI

10.1016/j.jccase.2014.11.001

Publication Date

3-1-2015

Recommended Citation

Murthy, Avinash; Henien, Shady; Mcpherson, Craig A.; and Logue, Michael A., "Epinephrine use results in 'stress' cardiomyopathy" (2015). Cardiology. 65.
https://scholar.bridgeporthospital.org/cardiology/65

Identifier

30546537 (pubmed); PMC6279972 (pmc); 10.1016/j.jccase.2014.11.001 (doi); S1878-5409(14)00124-8 (pii)