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Recovering from prolonged cardiac arrest induced by electric shock: A case report
Jian Zhang1, Yan-Ru Qiao1, Ya-Dong Yang2
1Department of General Surgery, Shengli Oilfield Central Hospital, Dongying 257000, Shandong Province, China.
Background:
Cardiac arrest (CA) induced by electric shock is a rare occurrence, particularly in cases of prolonged CA. Currently, there is limited literature on similar incidents, and we present a relevant case report.
Case Summary:
A 27-year-old Asian male man, experiencing respiratory CA due to electric shock, was successfully restored to sinus rhythm after 50 min of cardiopulmonary resuscitation and 8 electrical defibrillation sessions. In the subsequent stages, the patient received multiple organ function protection measures, leading to a successful recovery and eventual discharge from the hospital.
Conclusion:
Prolonging resuscitation time can enhance the chances of survival for patients, this study provide valuable insights into the management of electric shock-induced CA.
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