Is advanced life support better than basic life support in prehospital care? A systematic review

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background -</p> <p>Prehospital care is classified into ALS- (advanced life support) and BLS- (basic life support) levels according to the methods used. ALS-level prehospital care uses invasive methods, such as intravenous fluids, medications and intu...

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Main Authors: Ryynänen Olli-Pekka, Iirola Timo, Reitala Janne, Pälve Heikki, Malmivaara Antti
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2010-11-01
Series:Scandinavian Journal of Trauma, Resuscitation and Emergency Medicine
Online Access:http://www.sjtrem.com/content/18/1/62