I have read the article by Otero-Agra et al. titled “What biomechanical factors are
more important in compression depth for children lifesavers? A randomized crossover
study” with great interest [
[1]
]. Although the study results showed that the use of steps did not increase cardiopulmonary
resuscitation (CPR) quality, I have several concerns about the study conclusion, and
will share these with the authors and readers of the journal.- Otero-Agra M.
- Rodriguez-Nunez A.
- Rey E.
- Abelairas-Gomez C.
- Besada-Saavedra I.
- Anton-Ogando A.P.
- et al.
What biomechanical factors are more important in compression depth for children lifesavers?
A randomized crossover study.
Am J Emerg Med. 2018; https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2018.05.003
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Article Info
Publication History
Published online: May 14, 2018
Accepted:
May 12,
2018
Received:
May 9,
2018
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