International Journal of Cardiovascular Sciences. 29/Apr/2025;38:e20250010.
Rescuing Lives: Reflecting on the Future of Cardiopulmonary Arrest Care
This Editorial is referred by the Research article "Retrospective Analysis of 2.154 Cardiopulmonary Arrest Assistance Provided by a Mobile Emergency Service From 2018-2022".
Current Overview
Between 2018 and 2022, data from 2,154 cases attended by a mobile emergency service were analyzed. This analysis not only reinforced the severity of CPA, with mortality rates still alarmingly high, but also emphasized the impact of early interventions. Bystander-initiated cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), the use of automated external defibrillators (AEDs), and ongoing training of emergency teams are critical pillars for changing this scenario.,
However, the effectiveness of care is still heavily reliant on one critical factor: time. Every minute of delay drastically reduces survival chances, reinforcing the importance of robust and quick response systems, both in urban and rural settings.,
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