Vasopressin, also known as antidiuretic hormone (ADH), plays a crucial role in regulating blood pressure in critically ill patients through its effects on the cardiovascular system. Here’s how vasopressin helps maintain blood pressure in physiological terms:Vasoconstriction: Vasopressin acts directly on blood vessels, causing them to constrict. This vasoconstrictive effect increases peripheral vascular resistance, which is […]
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