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REBEL Core Cast 90.0 – Methemoglobinemia

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Methemoglobinemia Pathoophysiology Mechanism of Action Pathophysiology Oxidized iron sites on MetHb unable to bind oxygen Remaining binding sites with increased affinity for binding oxygen Causes a leftward shift in the oxyhemoglobin dissociation curve Results in decreased tissue oxygen delivery Normal situation Red cells constantly exposed to oxidant (..)