Tag

Defibrillator

All articles tagged with #defibrillator

science1 month ago•36 min saved

Gas-station Kratom Gummies Trigger Lifesaving Heart Care for 27-Year-Old Mom

Amanda Goodsell, 27, suffered a severe reaction to kratom capsules bought at a gas station for persistent leg pain, which led to heart failure and two cardiac arrests. She required life support and was initially told she might need a heart transplant, but gradually stabilized and now will need a defibrillator and lifelong heart medications. The FDA warns kratom is not FDA-approved for medical treatment and continues to monitor safety data.

via Yahoo News Canada|

#defibrillator #fda #heart-failure

science2 months ago•51 min saved

AI-detected ECG signature reveals new high-risk group for sudden cardiac death

A Swedish deep-learning model trained on hundreds of thousands of ECGs linked to death data identifies a 2.2% high-risk group with a 7.0% annual Sudden Cardiac Death rate, most of whom would not be flagged by reduced left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF); external validation in the US and Taiwan shows the model generalizes to predict arrhythmic events; a generative model visualizes a concrete ECG biomarker and implicates conduction changes related to fibrosis; these findings point to a sizable, previously unrecognized population that could potentially benefit from defibrillators and warrant randomized trials.

via Nature|

#biomarker #deep-learning #defibrillator

obituary10 months ago•1 min saved

Former NFL and Syracuse lineman Arthur Jones dies at 39

Former Syracuse and Baltimore Ravens lineman Art Jones died at home after his defibrillator activated, prompting emergency services to respond.

via Syracuse.com|

#art-jones #defibrillator #home-emergency

world1 year ago•5 min saved

Tennessee executes man with active defibrillator amid safety concerns

A man convicted of killing his girlfriend and her daughters was executed in Tennessee, during which he expressed pain and discomfort, raising concerns about the use of his implanted defibrillator. The legal battle over whether to deactivate the device before execution was a key issue, with authorities ultimately proceeding despite objections. Black's attorneys plan to review autopsy and device data to understand what occurred during the execution.

via The Hill|

#black #defibrillator #execution

world1 year ago•4 min saved

Tennessee executes Byron Black amid concerns over his heart implant

Tennessee executed Byron Black, a man with a defibrillator, despite legal and ethical concerns about his health and the potential for the device to cause him pain, marking a significant increase in US capital punishment activities amid ongoing debates over its morality and safety.

via Al Jazeera|

#byron-black #death-penalty #defibrillator

law-and-justice1 year ago•3 min saved

Tennessee executes inmate with heart device amid safety concerns

Tennessee executed Byron Black without deactivating his implanted defibrillator, raising concerns about potential pain and legal disputes, amidst ongoing debates over his intellectual disability status and the ethics of execution procedures.

via PBS|

#black-execution #defibrillator #law-and-justice

law-and-justice1 year ago•3 min saved

Tennessee prepares to execute inmate with heart device amid ethical and health concerns

Tennessee plans to execute Byron Black despite concerns that his implanted defibrillator could shock him during the process, with legal disputes over whether it should be deactivated. Black, suffering from multiple health issues, was convicted of a 1988 double murder, and his case involves complex legal and ethical debates about medical procedures and intellectual disability claims. The execution is set to proceed amid ongoing legal and ethical challenges.

via The Guardian|

#black #defibrillator #execution

law-and-justice1 year ago•3 min saved

Tennessee prepares to execute inmate with active defibrillator despite concerns

Tennessee is preparing to execute Byron Black, who has a working implantable defibrillator, raising legal and ethical questions about the procedure, especially since Black has multiple health issues and claims the device could shock him during execution. The case involves legal battles over whether the device can be deactivated and whether Black is eligible for the death penalty due to claims of intellectual disability.

via NPR|

#black-case #death-penalty #defibrillator

health2 years ago•8 min saved

The Life-Saving Divide: Understanding the Effectiveness of CPR

CPR can be a lifesaving procedure for some individuals, particularly those who are young, fit, and experience sudden cardiac arrest due to a shockable rhythm. However, for older individuals with chronic illnesses or those experiencing cardiac arrest in the context of an acute illness, the chances of a positive outcome decrease. Factors such as age, chronic illness, and the cause of cardiac arrest play a role in determining the effectiveness of CPR. While CPR can cause harm and additional injuries, the use of automated defibrillators in cases of shockable rhythms has shown higher survival rates. It is important for individuals to consider their preferences regarding medical interventions, including CPR, and discuss them with their families and healthcare providers.

via Wisconsin Public Radio|

#cardiac-arrest #cpr #defibrillator

health2 years ago•8 min saved

"Life-saving Techniques: How CPR and Defibrillation Benefit the Young and Healthy"

CPR can save lives, especially for young and healthy individuals experiencing sudden cardiac arrest caused by shockable rhythms. However, for older patients with chronic illnesses or those experiencing cardiac arrest in the context of acute illnesses, the benefits of CPR may be limited. Factors such as age, chronic illness, and the cause of cardiac arrest play a role in determining the likelihood of survival. While CPR can cause additional injuries and may not always be effective, the use of automated defibrillators in conjunction with CPR can significantly increase survival rates for patients with shockable rhythms. It is important for individuals to discuss their preferences regarding CPR and end-of-life medical interventions with their families and healthcare providers.

via NPR|

#cardiac-arrest #cpr #defibrillator

health2 years ago•8 min saved

The Life-Saving Divide: Understanding the Effectiveness of CPR

CPR can be a lifesaving procedure for some individuals, particularly those who are young, fit, and experience sudden cardiac arrest due to a shockable rhythm like ventricular fibrillation. However, for older individuals with chronic illnesses or those experiencing cardiac arrest in the context of an acute illness, the chances of survival and positive outcomes decrease. Factors such as age, chronic illness, and the cause of cardiac arrest play a role in determining the effectiveness of CPR. While CPR can cause harm and additional injuries, the use of automated defibrillators in conjunction with CPR can significantly improve survival rates for those with shockable rhythms. It is important for individuals to consider their preferences for medical interventions, including CPR, and have discussions with their families and healthcare providers to make informed decisions.

via New Hampshire Public Radio|

#cardiac-arrest #cpr #defibrillator

health2 years ago•3 min saved

"Controversy Surrounds de Young Museum's Handling of Life-Saving Defibrillator as Man Dies Nearby"

A man collapsed and died outside the de Young Museum in San Francisco after his friend was denied a life-saving defibrillator. Tim O'Brien, the friend, ran to the museum to borrow the device but was initially met with confusion from the staff. Despite offering his belongings as collateral, O'Brien was ultimately denied access to the defibrillator. Paramedics arrived too late to save the man's life. The incident has prompted the museum to review its emergency procedures, while O'Brien advocates for businesses to re-evaluate their policies regarding the use of defibrillators.

via KGO-TV|

#de-young-museum #defibrillator #golden-gate-park

health3 years ago•3 min saved

Surviving Heatstroke: My Three Minutes of Death

A woman from Wisconsin shared her near-death experience on TikTok after being declared technically 'dead' for three minutes due to heatstroke. She collapsed onto a sofa after feeling nauseous, dizzy, and having a dry mouth in the 32C heat. Her body felt like it was 'shrinking' until everything went 'black'. She was revived with a defibrillator at St Vincent's Hospital. Many viewers claimed they had gone through similar experiences due to overheating.

via Daily Mail|

#cardiac-arrest #defibrillator #health

health3 years ago•4 min saved

Israeli Medical Innovations: Biological Defibrillator and Non-Invasive Acid Reflux Treatment

Researchers at the Rambam Healthcare Campus and the Technion-Israel Institute of Technology in Haifa have developed a biological defibrillator to treat heart rhythm disorders using genetic engineering. The patient can activate the receptor through a tiny dose of medicine that will act only on a specific area of the heart and only in the real-time case of a heart rhythm disturbance. Hundreds of thousands of Israelis suffer from heart rhythm disorders, most of them as a result of a disruption in electrical activity.

via The Jerusalem Post|

#defibrillator #genetic-engineering #health