Resuscitation
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To investigate whether rhythmic/periodic EEG patterns (RPP) appearing after propofol discontinuation are more likely to be related to the elimination phase of propofol, or are an expression of severe brain damage. ⋯ RPP might be related to propofol discontinuation rather than an expression of severe brain damage, especially in case of, and congruent with, a continuous pattern at the time of propofol discontinuation. This opens a new insight in this phenomenon and its transient nature. In clinical practice, we suggest to consider the timing of propofol discontinuation when assessing the EEG signal in postanoxic patients.
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Multicenter Study
Resting state EEG relates to short- and long-term cognitive functioning after cardiac arrest.
Approximately half of cardiac arrest survivors have persistent cognitive impairment. Guidelines recommend early screening to identify patients at risk for cognitive impairment, but there is no consensus on the best screening method. We aimed to identify quantitative EEG measures relating with short- and long-term cognitive function after cardiac arrest for potential to cognitive outcome prediction. ⋯ Early resting-state EEG parameters relate with short-term global cognitive functioning and with memory function at one year after cardiac arrest. Additional predictive values in multimodal prediction models need further study.
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Multicenter Study Observational Study
Effect of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training for Layperson Bystanders on Outcomes of Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest: A Prospective Multicenter Observational Study.
Effective bystander cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) improves outcomes in out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) patients. However, the effect of CPR training on the rate of return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC) among laypersons has yet to be thoroughly evaluated. ⋯ This study demonstrated that CPR training for laypersons was associated with increased ROSC rates in OHCA patients, indicating potential advantages of CPR training for non-healthcare professionals.