Cardiac arrest in the OR: The anesthesiologist's role

Intraoperative cardiac arrest is rare, but anesthesiologists are trained to deal with them in the operating room. In this video, I'll explain how cardiac arrest is anticipated and treated during surgery.

0:00 Start
0:27 Background
1:06 Surgical stress
2:48 Blood loss
4:44 Electrolyte abnormalities
5:47 High risk preparation
8:02 Treatment

Resources:
Review article: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29135...
ACLS algorithm: https://cpr.heart.org/en/resuscitatio...

Music:
Subtle Swagger by Ron Gelinas:   / atmospheric-music-portal  

The information in this video is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content, including text, graphics, images, and information, contained in this video is for general information purposes only and does not replace a consultation with your own doctor/health professional.

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