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#246 Vasopressin in Right Ventricular Failure | When & Why It Works (ICU Guide)
Vasopressin plays a unique and often underutilized role in the management of right ventricular (RV) failure, particularly in patients with pulmonary hypertension, massive pulmonary embolism, and RV shock. In this episode, we break down why vasopressin works differently from other vasopressors, how it affects pulmonary vs systemic vascular resistance, and when it may be the preferred agent in right heart dysfunction. We cover: The physiology of right ventricular failure and afterload sensitivity Why traditional vasopressors may worsen RV function The mechanism of vasopressin in pulmonary…
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