Why the study?
Despite advancements in treatment and prevention strategies, sudden cardiac death remains the most common cause of death worldwide, especially in the young.
This narrative review emphasizes the importance of prevention, early detection, and resuscitation strategies for sudden cardiac death in the adolescent population.
Supports prioritizing early detection and resuscitation in at-risk adolescents; leaves open development of more effective SCD therapies.
Background: Death from unexpected circulatory arrest within 60 min of onset of symptom is known as sudden cardiac death (SCD). In spite of the advancement in treatment and prevention strategies, SCD remains the most common cause of death worldwide especially in the young. Main body: This review focuses on highlighting how different cardiovascular diseases contribute to SCD. We discuss the clinical symptoms that the patient experience prior to sudden cardiac arrest and the treatment strategies including pharmacological and surgical treatment. Conclusions: We conclude that since there are many causes of SCD and very few treatment options, prevention strategies, early detection, and resuscitation of those at greatest risk is important.
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