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Emergency medical services agency-level variation in non-initiation of resuscitation and termination of resuscitation in out-of-hospital cardiac arrest.

Resuscitation·September 25, 2026·PMID 42790860

Why it matters

Variation in resuscitation decisions may reflect inconsistent application of guidelines, potentially affecting patient outcomes and equity in emergency care. Understanding agency-level differences can guide quality improvement and standardization efforts.

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