Recurrent ventricular asystole during octreotide infusion in a patient with pancreatic neuroendocrine tumor: a case report

Physicians caring for patients receiving intravenous octreotide should be aware of the potential arrhythmogenic adverse effects. While specific risk factors for octreotide-associated arrhythmias are not generally understood, previous cardiac surgery could potentially be one of these. Risk stratification guidance regarding patient groups requiring heightened monitoring while receiving intravenous octreotide is required. Monitoring recommendations may involve invasive blood pressure monitoring and telemetry in these cases.