Beyond Survival: Functional Outcomes Following In-hospital Cardiac Arrest

This thesis investigates functional outcomes of patients who survive a cardiac arrest in hospital. While survival rates have improved, little is known about what happens to patients in the months that follow. Drawing on data from a systematic review, several linked studies, and a national registry, this research examines functional outcome, quality of life, and recovery trajectories. It also explores the potential role of extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR), an advanced life-support therapy used in selected cases. These findings provide important insights into survivorship and recovery, with implications for clinical care, service planning, and the use of emerging treatments like ECPR.