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A case of maternal intoxication of magnesium given for preterm labor

OBG Manag. 2013 August;25(8)
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Cornelia R. Graves, MD
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Concomitant use of magnesium sulfate and a calcium-channel blocker result in a maternal emergency. How does Dr. Graves respond?

 

Related article: How to manage emergencies associated with tocolysis for preterm labor Cornelia R. Graves, MD (July 2013)

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