Trials of the Week: Nimodipine Landmark Studies
Pharmacy to Dose: The Critical Care Podcast
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Management of Adverse Effects in Aneurysmal Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
The chapter delves into the complications of aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage, particularly focusing on delayed cerebral ischemia and cerebral artery vasospasm. It discusses the historical lack of pharmacologic interventions in the late 70s and early 80s, leading up to the emergence of nimodipine and the shift towards medical treatments over surgical interventions. The chapter also explores dosing regimens, research studies on nimodipine's mechanism of action, and the complexity of managing patients with subarachnoid hemorrhages beyond just addressing vasospasm.
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