Heart Rate Reduction with Ivabradine Prevents Cardiac Rupture after Myocardial Infarction in Mice

ConclusionOur findings suggest that HR reduction with IVA prevents cardiac rupture after MI. This may be particularly effective in MI patients with a high HR who are either unable to adequately tolerate β-blockers or whose HR remains high despite receiving β-blockers.
Source: Cardiovascular Drugs and Therapy - Category: Cardiology Source Type: research