Скачать или смотреть On the Pulse | Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) & Sudden Cardiac Death (SCD) | Dr. Edwin Zishiri

On the Pulse is a series of online presentations from physician leaders in research and care at the Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation® and the Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute® addressing the latest cardiovascular advancements and current challenges.

Sudden cardiac death (SCD) is a sudden, unexpected death caused by a change in heart rhythm (sudden cardiac arrest or SCA). It is the largest cause of natural death in the U.S. and is responsible for half of all heart disease related deaths.

Join this session to learn more about:
• The definition SCD/SCA and identify the prevalence of this condition
• Discuss the epidemiology and different causes of sudden cardiac death
• Identify the link between COVID-19 and the rise in SCD/SCA
• Discuss SCD/SCA in athletes, including recent news stories
• Explore the diagnosis, treatment options and recovery of SCA
• Discuss emerging research surrounding SCD/SCA
• Discuss the public health implications and policy around wide availability of external defibrillators in schools and other public places