Effectiveness of intraosseous access during resuscitation: a retrospective cohort study.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

During resuscitation in emergency situations, establishing intravascular access is crucial for promptly initiating delivery of fluids, blood, blood products, and medications. In cases of emergency, when intravenous (IV) access proves unsuccessful, intraosseous (IO) access serves as a viable alternative. However, there is a notable lack of information concerning the frequency and efficacy of IO access in acute care settings. This study aims to assess the efficacy of intraosseous (IO) access in acute care settings, especially focusing on children in a level 1 trauma center.

Methods

This retrospective study included patients with IO access presented in a level 1 trauma center emergency department (ED) between January 2015 and April 2020. Data regarding medication and fl

SUBMITTER: Rijnhout TWH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11475784 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature