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| Definition | This is the state that exists after an individual has received cardiac defibrillation.
Cardiac defibrillation is a common emergency procedure. It is the process of stopping fibrillation (rapid, uncoordinated heart contraction) by delivering an electric shock to the heart with a machine (defibrillator). After defibrillation, certain symptoms including amnesia ( loss of memory ) are common. |
| Alternative Names | Cardiac defibrillation; Cardioversion
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| Calling your health care provider | |
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