Does Adding Transdermal Nitroglycerine to Other Therapies Used for Management of Left-sided Congestive Heart Failure in Dogs Speed the Resolution of Clinical Signs?
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Clinical bottom line
There is very weak veterinary clinical and experimental evidence based upon a limited number of studies to indicate that adding transdermal nitroglycerine to other therapies used for management of left-sided congestive heart failure in dogs speeds the resolution of clinical signs.
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Appraisal, application and reflection
Given studies are lacking with regards to the efficacy of transdermal nitroglycerin when included as an adjunct treatment to other therapies in dogs with left-sided congestive heart failure, it’s use cannot be recommended in the management of these cases at this time. Future clinical studies are needed to evaluate the safety, efficacy and ideal dosage of transdermal nitroglycerin in the treatment of dogs with left-sided congestive heart failure.
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