VF will lead to death within a few minutes unless it is treated quickly and effectively. Even then, long-term survival for people who live through a VF attack outside of the hospital is between 2% and 25%.
People who have survived VF may be in a coma or have long-term damage.
What to expect if I have Ventricular fibrillation  (Outlook/Prognosis)?
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