Citation

Kyrval HS, Ahmad K. Ugeskr. Laeger 2010; 172(46): 3190-3191.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2010, Den Alm Danske Laegerforening)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

21073834

Abstract

We describe a case story with a drowned, hypothermic trauma patient treated with an automatic mechanical chest compression device during helicopter transportation to a trauma center. After falling from a 25 meter high bridge into 2 °C water, she was rescued lifeless 17 minutes later. Advanced life support was initiated. During transport by a rescue helicopter, chest compressions were effectively provided by Lund University Cardiopulmonary Assist System (LUCAS). Upon arrival to a trauma centre approx. 60 minutes later, the patient was treated with extracorporal circulation and rewarmed. She was eventually discharged to her home with minor loss of cerebral function.

Language: da

Keywords

Humans; Female; Middle Aged; Automation; Heart Arrest; Hypothermia; Near Drowning; Emergency Medical Services; Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation; Suicide, Attempted; Air Ambulances; Heart Massage