Two Cases of Digoxin Intoxication: Insights into ECG Findings and Visual Disturbances

Year 2024, Volume: 15 Issue: 1, 16 - 18, 29.03.2024

Zülfi Engindeniz Busra Nallar Muhammed Dayı

https://doi.org/10.33706/jemcr.1368189

Abstract

Digoxin, a widely prescribed cardiac glycoside, is known for its therapeutic benefits in managing various cardiac conditions. However, its narrow therapeutic index poses a significant risk of toxicity. We present two cases of digoxin intoxication with pathognomic electrocardiographic (ECG) findings and visual disturbances. The detailed analysis of ECG abnormalities and visual disturbances associated with digoxin toxicity will aid in prompt diagnosis and appropriate management, ultimately improving patient outcomes

Keywords

Digoxin intoxication, Electrocardiography, color vision disturbance

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