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Biology of drowning

J H Modell

    Annual Review of Medicine
    |January 1, 1978
    PubMed
    Summary

    Immediate treatment for near-drowning victims is crucial to address breathing problems, low oxygen, and acidosis. Prompt resuscitation and intensive lung care are vital for survival, as individual patient needs vary.

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