Abstract
The mechanism of cardiopulmonary resuscitation is still debated. Two different theories have been proposed: direct cardiac compression versus intrathoracic pressure. A patient with dilated right cardiac chambers, who underwent a transesophageal echocardiography study during cardiopulmonary resuscitation, is reported. The direct compression mechanism was clearly demonstrated.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 69-70 |
Number of pages | 2 |
Journal | Clinical Cardiology |
Volume | 19 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jan 1996 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- transesophageal echocardiography