Electrocardiographic signs of hyperkalemia in a patient with a cardiac pacemaker
We report the case of a patient with a dual chamber pacemaker admitted to the emergency room with hyperkalemia. Although the pacemaker was present, the classical sings of hyperkalemia can be seen. After the adequate treatment and dialysis, the electrocardiogram progressively improves and the patient...
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Language: | English |
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University of São Paulo
2011-03-01
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Series: | Autopsy and Case Reports |
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Online Access: | http://www.revistas.usp.br/autopsy/article/view/36411 |