Cardiogenic Shock
Overview of Cardiogenic Shock
Cardiogenic shock is when the heart is unable to pump sufficient blood to meet the demand of the body. This mostly caused by a heart attack and arrhythmia. The outcome of cardiogenic shock is fatal and can cause death
Signs and Symptoms of Cardiogenic Shock
Rapid breathing, Severe shortness of breath, Rapid heartbeat (tachycardia), Loss of consciousness, Weak pulse, Low blood pressure (hypotension), Sweating, Pale skin, Cold hands or feet, Urinating less than normal or not at all
Common Causes of Cardiogenic Shock
Myocarditis, Endocarditis, Drug overdoses
Risk Factors of Cardiogenic Shock
Older, Have a history of heart failure or heart attack, Have blockages (coronary artery disease) in several of your heart’s main arteries, Have diabetes or high blood pressure, Female
Investigation Techniques for Cardiogenic Shock
Blood pressure measurement, Electrocardiogram (ECG), Chest X-ray, Blood tests, Echocardiogram, Cardiac catheterization (angiogram)
Treatment and Prevention of Cardiogenic Shock
Inotropic agents, Aspirin, Thrombolytics, Antiplatelet medication, Angioplasty and stenting, Balloon pump, Coronary artery bypass surgery, Heart transplant
Available Cardiogenic Shock Medicines
No medicines currently available for this condition.
