Abstract
A case is described of oesophageal ulceration and hold up following oral potassium therapy. The patient had recently undergone mitral valve replacement.
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Delayed-Action Preparations
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Diuretics / therapeutic use
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Esophageal Diseases / chemically induced*
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Esophageal Diseases / diagnostic imaging
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Female
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Heart Failure / drug therapy
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Humans
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Potassium / administration & dosage
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Potassium / adverse effects*
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Radiography
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Ulcer / chemically induced
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Water-Electrolyte Balance
Substances
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Delayed-Action Preparations
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Diuretics
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Potassium