Medical EditorDr. Nicholas Bush MBBS BSc (Hons)
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Last Updated: 8 August 2024
Cardiac Arrest
Medical EditorDr. Nicholas Bush MBBS BSc (Hons)
2 min read
Last Updated: 8 August 2024
Cardiac Arrest
Cardiac arrest is a sudden loss of heart function, leading to a cessation of blood flow. Immediate medical intervention, such as CPR and defibrillation, is imperative to survival. Common causes include coronary artery disease and heart attack. Cardiac arrest is treated as a medical emergency requiring urgent attention.
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Cardiac Arrest