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Groom Collapses, Requires CPR at His Own Wedding
4 Feb
Summary
- A 34-year-old groom experienced cardiac arrest during his wedding reception.
- An EMT guest performed CPR and used a defibrillator on the groom.
- The groom was transported to the hospital in serious but stable condition.
A wedding celebration in Kibbutz Hulda, Israel, was abruptly interrupted on Monday, February 2, when the groom suffered a sudden cardiac arrest. The 34-year-old collapsed amidst the festivities at the event hall.
Immediate medical intervention was provided by a guest who is an EMT. This guest quickly began performing CPR and radioed for further assistance. The use of a defibrillator from the event hall was crucial in the resuscitation efforts.
Following prolonged resuscitation, the groom achieved return of spontaneous circulation. He was then transported to Kaplan Medical Center in Rehovot in serious but stable condition. The groom remained sedated and on a ventilator upon arrival at the hospital.
