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Does recurrent ventricular fibrillation affect survival in out-of-hospital cardiac arrest patients defibrillated by first responders?
Does recurrent ventricular fibrillation affect survival in out-of-hospital cardiac arrest patients defibrillated by first responders?
Recurrent ventricular fibrillation is common after initial successful defibrillation by first responders but does not adversely affect survival, highlighting the need for continued vigilance.
Recurrent VF unrelated to survival in this OHCA cohort; leaves open optimal post-defibrillation strategies for prospective study.
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