Cardiac arrest and its influence on the patient's psyche.

Abstract

Cardiac arrest is a very important problem, because of its aetiology and consequences. It is defined as a sudden cessation of the pumping action of the heart, leading to death, which can be prevented if proper measures are taken immediately. A very important issue is the quality of life of patients after cardiac arrest and the presence of neurological and mental disorders. The aim of this study is review of the literature relative to this subject.