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A Rat Model of Ventricular Fibrillation and Resuscitation by Conventional Closed-chest Technique
Published on: April 26, 2015
[Invasive techniques in emergency medicine. II. Preclinical thorax drainage--indications and technique]
1Abteilung für Anästhesie, Intensivmedizin und Schmerztherapie, BG Unfallklinik, Ludwigshafen/Rh. aul@bgu-ludwigshafen.de
Abstract:
The preclinical tension pneumothorax which even without technical support is easily recognizable, requires immediate decompression. However, there are a number of patients with thoracic injuries such as serial rib fractures or palpable skin emphysema which--in combination with a ventilator--may necessitate the insertion of a thoracic tube. In the preclinical setting this procedure usually only takes place in the ventilated patient. With patients who are respiratorily compensated and are breathing spontaneously, careful control and a conservative approach is advised even if pneumothorax is suspected.
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