Implementation Challenges in Emergency Cardiovascular Care

Cardiac arrest is a significant public health issue, with high associated morbidity and mortality. However, it is a modifiable disease process, with a better chance of a good outcome when high-quality cardiopulmonary resuscitation is provided. Despite clear guidelines, gaps in translating these recommendations into practice remain prevalent. Effective implementation requires addressing these complex sociotechnical scenarios using comprehensive approaches informed by the principles of disciplines such as implementation science (IS). IS, which promotes the systematic uptake of evidence-based practices into routine practice, is well-suited for the challenges of implementation in emergency cardiovascular care and has been underutilized to date.