Abstract
This study sought to clarify major complications associated with acetylcholine testing. Serious major complications, such as sustained ventricular tachycardia, shock, and cardiac tamponade were determined in 4 of 715 patients (0.56%), but no cases of death or irreversible complications occurred. The spasm provocation test using acetylcholine should be performed carefully, although it is considered a safe and reliable method.
MeSH terms
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Acetylcholine / administration & dosage
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Acetylcholine / adverse effects*
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Aged
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Coronary Angiography
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Coronary Disease / diagnosis
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Coronary Disease / diagnostic imaging
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Coronary Vasospasm / chemically induced*
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Coronary Vasospasm / diagnostic imaging
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Female
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Humans
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Injections, Intra-Arterial
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Male
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Middle Aged
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Vasodilator Agents / administration & dosage
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Vasodilator Agents / adverse effects*
Substances
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Vasodilator Agents
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Acetylcholine