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Middle-aged athletes face an increased risk of sudden cardiac death during exertion, primarily from coronary artery disease, but identifying high-risk individuals is challenging due to screening limitations.
What are the appropriate cardiovascular screening and preventive measures for middle-aged hobby athletes?
What are the appropriate cardiovascular screening and preventive measures for middle-aged hobby athletes?
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Routine screening for middle-aged athletes should focus on history and physical examination, with exercise stress testing targeted at higher-risk individuals.
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Marc Zimmermann (2000) conducted a review in Sudden cardiac death during exercise in middle-aged athletes. Preventive measures and screening was evaluated.
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