History of cardiopulmonary resuscitation in ancient China: a narrative review

Abstract Modern cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) comprises an open airway, artificial ventilation, chest compressions and, if necessary, defibrillation. CPR has been intensively studied and tested to perfect an integrated and effective resuscitation system in the West. However, CPR efforts in Chi...

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Main Authors: Yang Yu, Xiaojie Liu, Li Juan Wang, Sudena Wang, Hushan Ao
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-03-01
Series:Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13019-020-1086-5