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Interhospital Transport of Children Undergoing Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation: A Practical and Ethical Dilemma.

Authors :
Noje C
Fishe JN
Costabile PM
Klein BL
Hunt EA
Pronovost PJ
Source :
Pediatric critical care medicine : a journal of the Society of Critical Care Medicine and the World Federation of Pediatric Intensive and Critical Care Societies [Pediatr Crit Care Med] 2017 Oct; Vol. 18 (10), pp. e477-e481.
Publication Year :
2017

Abstract

Objectives: To discuss risks and benefits of interhospital transport of children in cardiac arrest undergoing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.<br />Design: Narrative review.<br />Results: Not applicable.<br />Conclusions: Transporting children in cardiac arrest with ongoing cardiopulmonary resuscitation between hospitals is potentially lifesaving if it enables access to resources such as extracorporeal support, but may risk transport personnel safety. Research is needed to optimize outcomes of patients transported with ongoing cardiopulmonary resuscitation and reduce risks to the staff caring for them.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1529-7535
Volume :
18
Issue :
10
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Pediatric critical care medicine : a journal of the Society of Critical Care Medicine and the World Federation of Pediatric Intensive and Critical Care Societies
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
28737599
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1097/PCC.0000000000001271