Dispatcher-Assisted CPR in Italy: A Nationwide Survey of Current Practices and Future Challenges in Emergency Medical Communication Centers.

ABSTRACT: Background/Objectives: Dispatcher-assisted cardiopulmonary resuscitation (DA-CPR) is widely recognized as a critical intervention that significantly reduces no-flow time, improving survival rates in out-of-hospital cardiac arrests (OHCAs). This study evaluates current practices and the organization of DA-CPR in Italian emergency medical communication centers (EMCCs) and identifies areas for improvement. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted between April and May 2024 among all Italian EMCCs, achieving a 92.6% response rate (62 out of 67) and covering 95.5% of the population. Data were collected on the availability of DA-CPR, additional medical instructions provided, standardized protocols, integration into dispatch software, availability of video call systems, and f

SUBMITTER: Imbriaco G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11766162 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature