Cutaneous reaction to vasopressin

Lemlich, G.; Di Grandi, S.; Szaniawski, W.K.

Cutis 57(5): 330-332

1996


ISSN/ISBN: 0011-4162
PMID: 8726714
Document Number: 457770
Vasopressin (Pitressin, 8-arginine vasopressin) is a potent vasoconstrictor of splanchnic arterioles. When administered by continuous intravenous infusion, it reduces portal blood flow and pressure and is used in the management of bleeding esophageal varices. We describe a purpuric and necrotic cutaneous reaction to vasopressin that occurred at locations distant from intravenous catheter sites, and we review previous reports of similar reactions.

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