A baby's survival time without a heartbeat is severely limited, but instances of survival, albeit rare, have been documented.
Here's a breakdown based on the provided study by Jain et al.:
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Limited Survival Window: The absence of a heartbeat indicates a critical lack of oxygen and blood flow, drastically reducing the chance of survival.
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Survival Statistics from Jain et al. Study:
- Of 93 attempted resuscitations, 1 baby with no heartbeat at 5 minutes survived with a normal outcome, and one survived with a "suspect" outcome.
- Of the babies with no heartbeat at 10 minutes, the survival rate plummeted; out of 58 babies, only one survived, and that survival came with an abnormal outcome. 57 babies died.
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Key Takeaway: While rare, survival is possible after 5 minutes without a heartbeat, but the chances are very low, and prolonged absence significantly increases the risk of death or severe disability. Survival after 10 minutes without a heartbeat is extremely rare and often associated with lasting health problems.
| Time without Heartbeat | Outcome |
|---|---|
| 5 Minutes | 1 survived with normal outcome, 1 survived with a "suspect" outcome |
| 10 Minutes | 1 survived with an abnormal outcome, 57 died |
