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Editorial
. 2006 Sep;92(9):1191-3.
doi: 10.1136/hrt.2006.088427. Epub 2006 Apr 10.

The role of vasodilators in the prevention and treatment of no-reflow following percutaneous coronary intervention

S A Harding
Editorial

The role of vasodilators in the prevention and treatment of no-reflow following percutaneous coronary intervention

S A Harding. Heart. 2006 Sep.

Abstract

The routine use of vasodilators in patients with acute coronary syndromes or other groups undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) cannot be recommended at present. However, in the event of no-reflow occurring following PCI, intracoronary adenosine or verapamil should be administered.

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