Post-Cardiac Arrest Syndrome

Post-Cardiac Arrest Syndrome refers to the complex set of health issues that can occur after the heart stops pumping effectively and then is restarted. During the period without blood flow, the brain, lungs, and other organs can sustain damage. When circulation is restored, the body may respond with inflammation, brain injury, and organ dysfunction. Symptoms can include coma, neurological problems, breathing difficulties, and organ failure. Managing this syndrome involves supportive care to minimize further damage, protect brain function, and stabilize other organs, ultimately improving the chances of recovery.