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Sudden death in the working population: a collaborative study in central Japan
1Department of Preventive Medicine, Nagoya University School of Medicine, Japan.
European Heart Journal
|April 17, 1999
Summary
Sudden death in working adults occurred more on weekends and early mornings, suggesting a link to occupational stress. These patterns differ from elderly populations, highlighting unique risk factors for prime-aged individuals.
Area of Science:
- Epidemiology
- Occupational Health
- Public Health
Background:
- Limited epidemiological data exist on sudden death in prime-aged individuals.
- Understanding the timing and circumstances of sudden death in employees is crucial for targeted prevention strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the temporal patterns and occurrence of non-traumatic sudden death among employees.
- To identify potential risk factors associated with sudden death in the working population.
Main Methods:
- A survey of 196,775 employees across 10 workplaces in Central Japan from 1989 to 1995.
- Collection of demographic data and information on the onset of sudden death by healthcare professionals.
Main Results:
- Identified 251 male and 13 female cases of sudden death.
- Annual incidence rates were 21.9 (men) and 5.7 (women) per 100,000 population.
- Sudden deaths peaked on Sundays and Saturdays, and during early morning hours (00:00-06:00).
- Only 17% of deaths occurred at the workplace, significantly lower than expected.
Conclusions:
- Sudden death patterns in prime-aged individuals differ from those observed in the elderly.
- Findings suggest a potential relationship between occupational stress and sudden death, possibly linked to its relief.
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