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2. Beta blocker - Wikipedia

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   Beta blockers, also spelled β-blockers, are a class of medications that are predominantly used to manage abnormal heart rhythms , and to protect the heart from a second heart attack after a first heart attack (secondary prevention). [1]

3. Coronary artery bypass surgery - Wikipedia

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   Dobutamine, a beta agent, can increase the cardiac output and is administered some hours after the operation. Beta blockers are used to prevent atrial fibrillation and other supraventricular arrhythmias. Pacing wires attached to both atria, inserted during the operation, may help prevent atrial fibrillation.

4. Cardiovascular agents - Wikipedia

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   Beta-blockers act as competitive antagonists that block the effects of catecholamines at beta-adrenergic receptor sites, resulting in reduced rate and force of contraction of the heart, as well as reduced peripheral vascular resistance. [14] Non-selective beta-blockers: propranolol, nadolol, timolol

5. 8 Common Cardiovascular Diseases for Men & How to Prevent Them

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   Beta-blockers. Nitroglycerin. Statins and other cholesterol-lowering drugs. Calcium channel blockers. Long-acting nitrates. Endovascular surgery. Coronary artery bypass surgery. Coronary artery ...

6. Postoperative cognitive dysfunction - Wikipedia

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   For example, anti-inflammatory agents can be given before surgery. During surgery, inflammation can be modulated by temperature control, use of regional rather than general anesthesia or the use of beta blockers. After surgery, optimal pain management and infection control is important.

7. Management of heart failure - Wikipedia

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   It remains unknown if surgery is superior to optimal medical therapy. The STICH trial (Surgical Treatment for IschemiC Heart Failure) will examine the role of medical treatment, coronary artery bypass surgery and left ventricle remodeling surgery in heart failure patients. Results are expected to be published in 2009 [needs update] and 2011. [56]

8. Every Single Thing to Know About Beta Blockers for Anxiety - AOL

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   Beta blockers are a type of medication used to treat heart conditions and cardiovascular diseases, like congestive heart failure, heart attacks, coronary artery disease (aka when a buncha gunk ...

9. Esmolol - Wikipedia

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   Esmolol, sold under the brand name Brevibloc, is a cardio selective beta 1 receptor blocker with rapid onset, [3] a very short duration of action, and no significant intrinsic sympathomimetic or membrane stabilising activity at therapeutic dosages. It is a class II antiarrhythmic. [4]