Automatic external defibrillation in a 6 year old.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
A case is reported in which an automatic external defibrillator (AED) was used during the successful resuscitation of a 6 year old child in out-of-hospital cardiac arrest, despite the fact that these devices are not recommended in children under 8 years. The interpretation of resuscitation protocols is discussed and new developments in this area reported.
Medical subject headings
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Defibrillators
- Electric Countershock
- Heart Arrest