Commotio Cordis

Commotio cordis

Engelsk definition

A sudden CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIA (e.g., VENTRICULAR FIBRILLATION) caused by a blunt, non-penetrating impact to the precordial region of chest wall. Commotio cordis often results in sudden death without prompt cardiopulmonary defibrillation.

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Engelska synonymer

Cardiac Concussion Cardiac Concussions Concussion, Cardiac Concussions, Cardiac