Manual external defibrillator

Definition

An external pulse generator (EPG) designed to deliver electrical shocks to defibrillate the heart (restore normal rhythm) in a procedure initiated by a healthcare professional operator who monitors an electrocardiogram (ECG) to determine when to treat life-threatening arrhythmias (ventricular fibrillation and pulseless ventricular tachycardia) in sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) patients. The device typically includes external electrodes (e.g., skin-adhesive or hand-held paddle-type) or internal electrodes (e.g., near open heart), and may have a synchronizing capability; it also includes internal rechargeable batteries that must be charged when not in use. It is widely used in medical facilities.

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Last updated

2025-05-21 06:22:14