Spacer-induced atrial fibrillation.
Inhaled sympathomimetics, studied extensively for treatment of asthma, have been found to be safe from cardiac arrhythmias. We discuss a case report of albuterol used with a spacer device that induced atrial fibrillation. We review relevant literature.
Breeden
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Saint Michael's Medical Center, Newark, NJ 07102.
Safirstein
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D000280:Administration, Inhalation; D000328:Adult; D000420:Albuterol / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000009:adverse effects*; D001249:Asthma / Q000188:drug therapy*; D001281:Atrial Fibrillation / Q000139:chemically induced*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D013997:Time Factors
D000420:Albuterol