[HSF] Amiodarone, ARDS, and the Pump

[Ben Bidstrup]

Why give it on CBP? Even less evidence. Sure, if you believe in it, 
give it pre CBP.

>Dave,
>   I've heard about the increased incidence of ARDS with amio given on  pump,
>but have really never identified it in one of my patients.  This is  despite
>the fact that I use it liberally during my valve cases.  In fact,  I've now
>largely substituted it for lidocaine.  Am I wrong?  What is  the 
>real incidence
>of clinically significant ARDS produced by amio given during  a pump run?
>
>Hal
>
>
>
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Ben Bidstrup FRACS FRCSEd FEBCTS
Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon