Sydämenpysähdys
Sydämenpysähdys, often referred to as cardiac arrest in English, is a sudden and unexpected loss of heart function. It occurs when the heart's electrical activity becomes chaotic or stops altogether, preventing it from pumping blood to the brain and other vital organs. This is a life-threatening medical emergency that requires immediate intervention.
The most common cause of cardiac arrest is an electrical disturbance in the heart, such as ventricular
Immediate recognition and action are critical. If a person experiences cardiac arrest, calling emergency services without
The prognosis for cardiac arrest depends on several factors, including the cause of the arrest, the time