Cardiovascular

Heart Failure Drug Prevents Renal Damage?

April 13, 2008 ⋅ Post a comment
Source: American College of Cardiology, Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions; March 29-April 1, 2008
Barry Massie
Barry Massie

Barry Massie, San Francisco VA Medical Center
COMMENT: Aaron Kugelmass, Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit
The adenosine A1-receptor antagonist rolofylline appears to prevent renal impairment and improve acute heart failure symptoms. Barry Massie and Aaron Kugelmass discussed findings from the 300-patient PROTECT pilot study with Sara Freeman.

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