EurekAlert!

Cardiac arrest in space: New research shows that automatic chest compressions are more effective for CPR when both rescuer and patient are floating in microgravity

New research has found that a type of automatic chest compression is more effective to carry out CPR in space than the ‘handstand method’ that is currently recommended in emergency protocols for ...
Nature

Development and evaluation of a mechanical chest compression device for standardized rodent cardiopulmonary resuscitation

Cardiac arrest remains one of the leading causes of death worldwide 1. Rapid and high-quality cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a key determinant of survival, making consistent chest compression ...
Nature

Device-driven cyclic compression of the superior vena cava as a preload reduction strategy to improve cardiac function in heart failure: a pilot feasibility study

Heart failure is one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide 1, and its burden continues to increase despite advancements in clinical practice guidelines and various therapies, ...