Mechanical versus manual chest compression CPR under ground ambulance transport conditions

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Authors

Julia Fox · Klinik Hirslanden

René Fiechter · GZO Spital Wetzikon

Peter Gerstl · Zürich Airport (Switzerland)

Alfons Url · Klinik Hirslanden

H. N. Wagner · Zürich Airport (Switzerland)

Thomas F. Lüscher · University Hospital of Zurich

Urs Eriksson ·

Abstract

The LUCAS CPR device represents a reliable alternative to manual CPR in a moving ambulance vehicle during emergency evacuation. Furthermore, it needs less human resources and is safer for the EMS personnel.

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Cardiac Arrest and Resuscitation Trauma Management and Diagnosis Trauma and Emergency Care Studies

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Published in: Acute Cardiac Care

Volume 15, Issue 1, pp. 1-6

DOI: 10.3109/17482941.2012.735675

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Mechanical versus manual chest compression CPR under ground ambulance transport conditions

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