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Published in: Critical Care 1/2018

Open Access 01-12-2018 | Review

The role of adrenaline in cardiopulmonary resuscitation

Authors: Christopher J. R. Gough, Jerry P. Nolan

Published in: Critical Care | Issue 1/2018

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Abstract

Adrenaline has been used in the treatment of cardiac arrest for many years. It increases the likelihood of return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC), but some studies have shown that it impairs cerebral microcirculatory flow. It is possible that better short-term survival comes at the cost of worse long-term outcomes. This narrative review summarises the rationale for using adrenaline, significant studies to date, and ongoing research.
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Metadata
Title
The role of adrenaline in cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Authors
Christopher J. R. Gough
Jerry P. Nolan
Publication date
01-12-2018
Publisher
BioMed Central
Published in
Critical Care / Issue 1/2018
Electronic ISSN: 1364-8535
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1186/s13054-018-2058-1

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