Last week we announced a new study that looks to produce a patient-reported outcome measure (PROM) of cardiac arrest survivorship and health-related quality of life. This is the CASHQoL study and is an international collaborative effort run by Warwick Medical School. What is a patient-reported outcome measure? These are tools measuring outcomes that matter to … Read more
It was evident from the very first SCA UK meetup that a resuscitation event wasn’t just about the survivor, but everyone else involved – especially partners or other loved ones. However, in the aftermath of the event, it’s all about the survivor, getting them back to health and a good quality of life. Of course, … Read more
Since your cardiac arrest, have you ever experienced any of the following? I’d hazard a guess that you have, as these are very common issues post-SCA. Acquired Brain Injury As I’m sure you know, a cardiac arrest is when the heart stops, which in turn stops oxygenated blood from being pumped around the body. When … Read more