The Efficacy of LUCAS in Prehospital Cardiac Arrest Scenarios: A Crossover Mannequin Study
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Gyory, Robert Aaron; Buchle, Scott Edward; Rodgers, David; Lubin, Jeffrey Scott
Introduction: High quality CPR is critical for successful cardiac arrest outcomes. Mechanical devices may improve CPR quality. We simulated a prehospital cardiac arrest, including patient transport, and compared the performance of the LUCAS Chest Compression System to manual CPR. We hypothesized that because of the movement involved in transporting the patient, LUCAS would provide chest compressions more consistent with high quality CPR guidelines.
2017
Western Journal of Emergency Medicine: Integrating Emergency Care with Population Health
18/3
Gyory, Robert Aaron; Buchle, Scott Edward; Rodgers, David; Lubin, Jeffrey Scott