Sudden Cardiac Death: Who Is at Risk?
review · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.mcna.2019.04.006.
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Abstract
Sudden cardiac death (SCD) is a leading cause of death in the United States. Despite improvements in therapy, the incidence of SCD as a proportion of overall cardiovascular death remains relatively unchanged. This article aims to answer the question, "Who is at risk for SCD?" In the process, it reviews the definition, pathophysiology, epidemiology, and risk factors of SCD. Patients at risk for SCD and appropriate treatment strategies are discussed.
Medical subject headings
- Coronary Disease
- Death, Sudden, Cardiac