| Literature DB >> 7436068 |
K A Handal, W Riordan, J Siese.
Abstract
A bolus impaction of the lower esophagus in a 54-year-old woman was rapidly and safely relieved by the administration of intravenous glucagon. This case report reviews a known but little appreciated use of this drug. The history, pharmacology, and uses of glucagon are discussed.Entities:
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Year: 1980 PMID: 7436068 DOI: 10.1016/s0196-0644(80)80229-0
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Ann Emerg Med ISSN: 0196-0644 Impact factor: 5.721