TY  - JOUR
PY  - 2004//
TI  - Drowning: a review of epidemiology, pathophysiology, treatment and prevention
JO  - Resuscitation
A1  - Salomez, Frederic
A1  - Vincent, J. L.
SP  - 261
EP  - 268
VL  - 63
IS  - 3
N2  - Although often preventable, drowning remains a leading cause of accidental death, especially in children. New definitions classify drowning as the process of experiencing respiratory impairment from submersion or immersion in a liquid. The key pathophysiological feature in drowning is hypoxia. Accurate neurological prognosis cannot be predicted from the initial clinical presentation, laboratory, radiological, or electrophysiological examinations. Prompt and aggressive resuscitation attempts are crucial for optimal survival. This article reviews the epidemiology, pathophysiology, treatment, and prevention of drowning.<p />  <p>Language: en</p>
LA  - en
SN  - 0300-9572
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.resuscitation.2004.06.007
ID  - ref1
ER  -