Critical Cardiovascular Skills and Procedures in the Emergency Department - 29/11/12
Corresponding author. Department of Emergency Medicine, Wake Emergency Physicians, PA, 3000 New Bern Avenue, Medical Office Building, Raleigh, NC 27610.Résumé |
The management of cardiovascular emergencies is a fundamental component of the practice of an emergency practitioner. Delays in the evaluations and management can lead to significant morbidity or mortality. It is of vital importance to be familiar with procedures such as pericardiocentesis, cardioversion, defibrillation, temporary pacing, and options for the management of tachyarrhythmias. This article discusses the most common cardiovascular procedures encountered in an emergency setting, including the indications, contraindications, equipment, technique, and complications for each procedure.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Keywords : Emergent pericardiocentesis, Cardiac pacing, Implantable cardioverter-defibrillator, Cardioversion, Defibrillation, Sudden cardiac arrest, Tachyarrhythmias, Induced hypothermia
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Vol 31 - N° 1
P. 151-206 - février 2013 Retour au numéro
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