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Greta Hametner1, Fritz Widmer2
1Rehabilitation Centre, Hochgebirgsklinik, Davos, Switzerland.
JACC. Case Reports
|October 3, 2024
Summary
A hockey player survived sudden cardiac arrest after a chest impact, thanks to prompt resuscitation and defibrillation. This case highlights the critical need for readily available emergency equipment in sports venues.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Cardiology
- Emergency Medicine
Background:
- Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is a critical medical emergency.
- Sports activities carry inherent risks, including cardiovascular events.
- Prompt medical intervention is crucial for survival.
Observation:
- A 54-year-old male hockey player experienced SCA during a game.
- The event occurred immediately after a forceful chest impact (slapshot).
- Immediate resuscitation and defibrillation for ventricular fibrillation were administered.
Findings:
- The patient sustained chest trauma.
- Subclinical single-vessel coronary artery disease was identified.
- A coronary artery dissection was suspected but not confirmed.
- The patient recovered fully without sequelae.
Implications:
- Immediate access to defibrillation devices and trained personnel significantly improves SCA survival rates in sports.
- Screening for underlying cardiovascular conditions may be warranted in athletes experiencing such events.
- This case emphasizes the importance of maintaining and utilizing emergency medical equipment in all sports facilities.
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