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Sudden Cardiac Deaths In Athletes In Tampa And All Over

Hopefully you all have heard about a sudden cardiac death due to the occurrence of a sudden cardiac arrest which is on an all-time high sparing no one, not even a child. But let us today talk about sportspersons and athletes and how much are they at the risk of getting struck with a sudden cardiac arrest. Sudden cardiac death rarely occurs in athletes but when it happen it can be quite disastrous and shocking. Most cases of SCD in athletes can be attributed to undetected cardiovascular disease. SCD mostly occurs in the younger generation which can be due to congenital heart defects whereas on the contrary the cause of a cardiac arrest in older athletes (35 years and older) can be related to a coronary artery disease. SCD in athletes is quite rare and it mainly occurs specially while playing team sports and more often in males. It mostly occurs during running or jogging and more often in marathon runners. In view to all of this the American Heart Association has recommended cardiovascular screening for high school and collegiate athletes which would include a proper evaluation of an athlete’s personal and family history and a physical exam which would most probably prevent future emergencies. Men over the age of 40 and older and women aged 50 and older should make sure to take an exercise stress test and should gain awareness about cardiac risk factors and symptoms. Being an athlete if you suspect a heart problem then immediately consult a cardiologist.

It is essential that each and every individual is knowledgeable about the indispensable Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation procedures which comprises of chest compressions and rescue breaths. Proper administration of the techniques can lead to a cardiac arrest victim’s survival. Being a sports coach or trainer training becomes all the more important which will enable you in being of some help to a student in the sports field. If you are a resident of Tampa in Florida then you can enroll for a CPR class Tampa at the AHA accredited CPR Tampa where classes are conducted by certified instructors. In the field while conducting sports classes if some sort of a cardiac emergency occurs you would be well-equipped in handling the situation thus saving the life of a victim.

Measures For Preventing Cardiac Arrest
•     One of the most effective ways to prevent a cardiac arrest is through insertion of an ICD which is the acronym for Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator which is a small machine similar to a pacemaker which has been designed in order to correct arrhythmias. This machine helps in recognizing a fast heart rate and then corrects it. For patients who have a great risk for SCD should go for this treatment. The most common cause of a cardiac arrest is an abnormal heart rhythm or arrhythmia namely Ventricular Fibrillation. So ICD can be a great preventive measure. The ICD has mainly been designed for patients who have survived a cardiac arrest and would need their heart rhythms to be monitored for further prevention.

•     Another procedure is the interventional procedure such as angioplasty(blood vessel repair) or bypass surgery which is mainly for patients with coronary artery disease which would improve blood flow to the heart muscle thus reducing the risk of a sudden cardiac death. The interventional procedure or surgery can also correct problems or conditions such as “Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy” or congenital heart defects.

•     Last, but not the least education and awareness is really important for preventing a sudden cardiac arrest and an SCD. If you or your loved ones are at the risk for SCD talk to your family members and seek immediate medical help. Your family members should know how to perform CPR if you are at the risk for SCD.

To enroll for a resuscitation program at CPR Tampa call us on 727-240-9404.

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