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- Title
Rethinking paediatric peri‐operative cardiac arrest: proactive preparation and tailored training.
- Authors
Keane, E.; Johnson, M.; Laycock, H.
- Abstract
The article discusses the findings of the 7th National Audit Project (NAP7) on peri-operative pediatric cardiac arrests in the UK. It reveals that while the incidence of cardiac arrest in children undergoing anesthesia is lower than previously thought, the immediate mortality rate is 17%, with higher rates in neonates and infants. The study emphasizes the importance of preparation, universal training, appropriate risk assessment, clear communication, and standardized equipment to improve outcomes in pediatric cardiac emergencies. It also calls for increased awareness and attention to the risks and challenges associated with pediatric anesthesia and resuscitation.
- Subjects
CARDIAC arrest; PEDIATRICS; MEDICAL personnel; CAREER development; NEONATAL intensive care; SHORT bowel syndrome; SURGICAL emergencies
- Publication
Anaesthesia, 2024, Vol 79, Issue 6, p567
- ISSN
0003-2409
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1111/anae.16276