Organophosphates and the Cardiovascular System
The following sections are included:
Introduction
Diagnosis of OP Poisoning
Toxicity of OPs
Cardiovascular Manifestations of OP Poisoning
Manifestations of Acute Toxicity
Manifestations of Long-Term Exposure
Congenital Cardiac Defects
Pathogenesis of Arrhythmias and other Cardiac Toxicity seen in Organophosphate Poisoning
Animal Studies
Human Studies
Discussion
Pathogenesis of Sinus Bradycardia and Bradyarrhythmias
Pathogenesis of Hypertension and Sinus Tachycardia
Management of Organophosphate Poisoning
General Supportive Measures
Management of Ventricular Arrhythmias
Prognosis
Conclusion
References