Impact of Ultrasonography on Chest Compression Fraction and Survival in Patients with Out-of-hospital Cardiac Arrest
Journal
The western journal of emergency medicine
Journal Volume
24
Journal Issue
2
Date Issued
2023-02-27
Author(s)
Chang, Chih-Heng
Cheng, Su-Fen
Abstract
Whether ultrasonography (US) contributes to delays in chest compressions and hence a negative impact on survival is uncertain. In this study we aimed to investigate the impact of US on chest compression fraction (CCF) and patient survival.
Type
journal article