Automated external defibrillator use in public places: a study of acquisition time.

Background: Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is a frequent cause of death in the developed world. Early defibrillation, preferably within the first minutes of the incident, significantly increases survival rates. Accessible automated external defibrillators (AED) in public areas have been promoted for many years, and several locations are equipped with these devices.

[The role of specialist advisory boards in the development of anesthesiology and intensive care in Poland].

Specialists Advisory Board for the first time was funded of July 20th 1950, followed by the establishing country and share specialists. Advisory Board since the beginning is responsible for increasing medical knowledge and prophylactic. First country specialist was elected Mieczysław Justyna MD, PhD, in 1951.