Cardiovascular Functioning
Health Encyclopedia: Cardiogenic Shock
Shock - cardiogenic
Treatment
Cardiogenic shock is a medical emergency. Treatment requires hospitalization. The goal of treatment is to save the patient's life and treat the underlying cause of shock.
Dopamine, dobutamine, epinephrine, norepinephrine, amrinone, or other medications may be required to increase blood pressure and heart functioning. Pain medicine may be given if necessary. Bed rest is recommended to reduce demands on the heart.
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