SUDDEN DEATH IN ATHLETES
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sudden death, sports-related deaths, athlete’s heart.Abstract
In recent years, an increasing number of children and adolescents have been participating in sports activities; however, sudden deaths occurring during competitions or training sessions have raised concerns among families and society. Approximately 95% of sudden deaths are caused by cardiac-related factors. The most common causes include hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, arrhythmogenic right ventricular dysplasia, and congenital coronary artery anomalies. In addition to diagnosed or undiagnosed heart diseases, the effects of performance-enhancing substances should also be considered. In order to prevent sudden deaths, standard screening programs should be implemented for all athletes. A thorough medical history, family history, and physical examination, along with electrocardiographic evaluation, will enable the exclusion of many cardiac conditions.
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