Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2917586 | Heart, Lung and Circulation | 2015 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
This prospective analysis reflects the real-life heterogeneous practice of biphasic cardioversions of atrial arrhythmias throughout a local hospital. These findings highlight the importance of first shock energy selection with careful consideration of patient weight. We emphasise the recommendation to escalate energy, highlighting the need for high-energy defibrillators in 'hard-to-cardiovert' patients.
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Authors
Melanie R. BSc Hons, Sharmalar MBBS, PhD, FRACP, Jill BN Hons, PhD, Margaret A. MBBS, PhD, FRACP, FCSANZ,