Direct current cardioversion: Indications, techniques, and recent advances

Authors
Trohman, RG Parrillo, JE
Citation
Rg. Trohman et Je. Parrillo, Direct current cardioversion: Indications, techniques, and recent advances, CRIT CARE M, 28(10), 2000, pp. N170-N173
Citations number
28
Categorie Soggetti
Aneshtesia & Intensive Care
Journal title
CRITICAL CARE MEDICINE
ISSN journal
00903493 → ACNP
Volume
28
Issue
10
Year of publication
2000
Supplement
S
Pages
N170 - N173
Database
ISI
SICI code
0090-3493(200010)28:10<N170:DCCITA>2.0.ZU;2-O
Abstract
Direct current cardioversion/defibrillation is an important part of the int ensivist's armamentarium. Emergent application may be lifesaving. Elective cardioversion should be used cautiously, with attention to patient selectio n and proper techniques. Repetitive, futile attempts at direct current card ioversion should be avoided. Reducing or eliminating arrhythmia precipitant s may be safer and more effective than this more dramatic intervention.