Prescription To Avoid Bypass

1. Beta blockers A sudden stop can result in rebound hypertension, tachycardia and recurrent myocardial ischemia.Action: To be continued up to and including morning of surgery and restarted immediately afterwards or eventually substituted with short acting beta blockers (eg. propranolol, metoprolol, esmolol). Cardiac pacing may be necessary during the immediate postoperative period.Perioperative use can prevent postoperative myocardial ischemic… Read More »

Numbness in Hands: Causes & Treatment

Numbness in your hands can mean many things. You need to think about how often and when it happens, how long it lasts and what other symptoms you might have. Your healthcare provider can help you find out what could be causing your hand numbness and then help you find the best way to treat it. Cleveland Clinic… Read More »