Sudden Death in Young Competitive Athletes

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Authors

Barry J. Maron · Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation

Abstract

Sudden death in young competitive athletes usually is precipitated by physical activity and may be due to a heterogeneous spectrum of cardiovascular disease, most commonly hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Preparticipation screening appeared to be of limited value in identification of underlying cardiovascular abnormalities.

Topics & Keywords

Cardiovascular Effects of Exercise Cardiac Arrhythmias and Treatments Cardiac Arrest and Resuscitation

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: JAMA

Volume 276, Issue 3, pp. 199-199

DOI: 10.1001/jama.1996.03540030033028

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