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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Lazarus syndrome | |||
| synonyms = [[Auto-resuscitation]] after failed [[cardiopulmonary resuscitation]] | |||
| field = [[Emergency medicine]] | |||
| symptoms = Spontaneous return of circulation after failed resuscitation attempts | |||
| complications = Potential [[brain damage]], [[organ failure]] | |||
| onset = Minutes to hours after cessation of CPR | |||
| duration = Variable | |||
| causes = Unknown, possibly related to delayed action of medications, [[hyperkalemia]], or [[auto-PEEP]] | |||
| risks = [[Cardiac arrest]], prolonged CPR | |||
| diagnosis = Observation of spontaneous return of circulation | |||
| differential = [[Cardiac arrest]], [[death]] | |||
| treatment = Supportive care, monitoring | |||
| prognosis = Variable, depends on duration of arrest and underlying conditions | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
| deaths = Not directly attributed, but related to underlying condition | |||
}} | |||
'''Lazarus syndrome''' is a rare and unexplained medical phenomenon that involves the spontaneous return of circulation after failed attempts at [[resuscitation]]. Its occurrence has been noted in medical literature at least 38 times since its first description in 1982. | '''Lazarus syndrome''' is a rare and unexplained medical phenomenon that involves the spontaneous return of circulation after failed attempts at [[resuscitation]]. Its occurrence has been noted in medical literature at least 38 times since its first description in 1982. | ||
== Overview == | == Overview == | ||
Lazarus syndrome is named after [[Lazarus of Bethany]], who, according to the [[New Testament]], was brought back to life by [[Jesus Christ]] four days after his death. The syndrome is also referred to as '''autoresuscitation after failed cardiopulmonary resuscitation''', highlighting the fact that it occurs after unsuccessful attempts to revive a person who has suffered a [[cardiac arrest]]. | Lazarus syndrome is named after [[Lazarus of Bethany]], who, according to the [[New Testament]], was brought back to life by [[Jesus Christ]] four days after his death. The syndrome is also referred to as '''autoresuscitation after failed cardiopulmonary resuscitation''', highlighting the fact that it occurs after unsuccessful attempts to revive a person who has suffered a [[cardiac arrest]]. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The exact cause of Lazarus syndrome is unknown. However, several possible explanations have been proposed. One theory suggests that a build-up of pressure in the chest as a result of [[cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)]] could cause the heart to start pumping again once the resuscitation efforts have ceased. Another theory proposes that the administration of certain drugs such as [[adrenaline]] could cause the heart to restart. | The exact cause of Lazarus syndrome is unknown. However, several possible explanations have been proposed. One theory suggests that a build-up of pressure in the chest as a result of [[cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)]] could cause the heart to start pumping again once the resuscitation efforts have ceased. Another theory proposes that the administration of certain drugs such as [[adrenaline]] could cause the heart to restart. | ||
== Cases == | == Cases == | ||
There have been 38 reported cases of Lazarus syndrome since 1982. The majority of these cases involved patients who had suffered a cardiac arrest and were being treated in a hospital setting. In most cases, the patients died shortly after resuscitation. | There have been 38 reported cases of Lazarus syndrome since 1982. The majority of these cases involved patients who had suffered a cardiac arrest and were being treated in a hospital setting. In most cases, the patients died shortly after resuscitation. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Cardiac arrest]] | * [[Cardiac arrest]] | ||
* [[Resuscitation]] | * [[Resuscitation]] | ||
* [[Lazarus of Bethany]] | * [[Lazarus of Bethany]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
<references /> | <references /> | ||
== External links == | == External links == | ||
* [https://www.wikimd.com/wiki/Lazarus_syndrome Lazarus syndrome] at WikiMD | * [https://www.wikimd.com/wiki/Lazarus_syndrome Lazarus syndrome] at WikiMD | ||
[[Category:Medical phenomena]] | [[Category:Medical phenomena]] | ||
[[Category:Cardiology]] | [[Category:Cardiology]] | ||
Latest revision as of 23:57, 3 April 2025
| Lazarus syndrome | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Auto-resuscitation after failed cardiopulmonary resuscitation |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Spontaneous return of circulation after failed resuscitation attempts |
| Complications | Potential brain damage, organ failure |
| Onset | Minutes to hours after cessation of CPR |
| Duration | Variable |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Unknown, possibly related to delayed action of medications, hyperkalemia, or auto-PEEP |
| Risks | Cardiac arrest, prolonged CPR |
| Diagnosis | Observation of spontaneous return of circulation |
| Differential diagnosis | Cardiac arrest, death |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Supportive care, monitoring |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Variable, depends on duration of arrest and underlying conditions |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | Not directly attributed, but related to underlying condition |
Lazarus syndrome is a rare and unexplained medical phenomenon that involves the spontaneous return of circulation after failed attempts at resuscitation. Its occurrence has been noted in medical literature at least 38 times since its first description in 1982.
Overview[edit]
Lazarus syndrome is named after Lazarus of Bethany, who, according to the New Testament, was brought back to life by Jesus Christ four days after his death. The syndrome is also referred to as autoresuscitation after failed cardiopulmonary resuscitation, highlighting the fact that it occurs after unsuccessful attempts to revive a person who has suffered a cardiac arrest.
Causes[edit]
The exact cause of Lazarus syndrome is unknown. However, several possible explanations have been proposed. One theory suggests that a build-up of pressure in the chest as a result of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) could cause the heart to start pumping again once the resuscitation efforts have ceased. Another theory proposes that the administration of certain drugs such as adrenaline could cause the heart to restart.
Cases[edit]
There have been 38 reported cases of Lazarus syndrome since 1982. The majority of these cases involved patients who had suffered a cardiac arrest and were being treated in a hospital setting. In most cases, the patients died shortly after resuscitation.
See also[edit]
References[edit]
<references />
External links[edit]
- Lazarus syndrome at WikiMD
