Levosimendan: a retrospective single-center case series.

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to describe the effect of levosimendan (without loading dose) on hemodynamics, inotropes/vasopressors, and mortality in acute heart failure (AHF).

Materials And Methods: Patients who received levosimendan for AHF were analyzed. Levosimendan dose, hemodynamic data, inotrope/vasopressor requirements, and fluid balance before commencement, at conclusion of, and 24 hours after levosimendan were collected.