A comparison of active compression/decompression cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (ACD-CPR) versus standard cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (Std-CPR) at the emergency department

College

College of Science

Department/Unit

Biology

Document Type

Article

Source Title

Makati Medical Center Proceedings

Volume

17

Publication Date

2003

Abstract

Active-Compression/Decompression CPR (ACD-CPR) by means of a portable handheld suction device was introduced to improve resuscitation outcomes. Results would vary from European and American studies. Presently, ACD-CPR is classified as Class II-B (acceptable but more evidences needed) in the latest ACLS guidelines of the American Heart Association. This pioneering study aimed in evaluating ACD-CPR vs. Standard CPR in the local setting. This might even contribute to the evidences needed to prove ACD-CPR's value. In a period of eight months, qualified patients needing CPR in the Emergency Room of The Makati Medical Center were rendered ACD-CPR or Standard CPR. Data garnered were subjected to a Correlation and Stepwise Regression Technique. Results were neutral indicating that method of CPR did not affect resuscitation outcome. But the information gathered depicted ACD-CPR is still an acceptable alternative.

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Disciplines

Medicine and Health Sciences

Keywords

CPR (First aid)

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