Right time, right place, and right direction: First reported use of dual simultaneous external defibrillation in Hong Kong

Introduction: Refractory ventricular fibrillation is not uncommon and can be extremely difficult to abort. There is currently no standard guideline to effectively manage this electrical storm. Case Presentation: We hereby present the first successful reported use of dual simultaneous external defibr...

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Published in:Hong Kong journal of emergency medicine 2019-01, Vol.26 (1), p.61-64
Main Authors: Lau, James Siu Ki, Chau, Yau Ming, Wong, Yau Tak, Kan, Pui Gay
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
advanced cardiovascular life support
Cardiac arrhythmia
Cardiovascular system
CPR (First aid)
Defibrillators
Diseases
dual simultaneous/sequential external defibrillation
Life support systems (Critical care)
multiphasic defibrillator
Refractory ventricular fibrillation
Treatment
Ventricular fibrillation
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Summary:Introduction: Refractory ventricular fibrillation is not uncommon and can be extremely difficult to abort. There is currently no standard guideline to effectively manage this electrical storm. Case Presentation: We hereby present the first successful reported use of dual simultaneous external defibrillation on a patient with refractory ventricular fibrillation in Hong Kong. Conclusion: Given the numerous successful cases with intact neurology in literature, dual simultaneous external defibrillation should be employed in indicated patients.
ISSN:1024-9079
2309-5407
DOI:10.1177/1024907918760347