National Athletic Trainers' Association Position Statement: Preventing Sudden Death in Sports
Douglas J. Casa(University of Connecticut), Kevin M. Guskiewicz(University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill), Scott A. Anderson(University of Oklahoma), Ronald W. Courson(University of Georgia), Jonathan F. Heck(Stockton University), Carolyn C. Jimenez(West Chester University), Brendon P. McDermott(University of Tennessee at Chattanooga), Michael G. Miller(Western Michigan University), Rebecca L. Stearns(University of Connecticut), Erik E. Swartz(University of New Hampshire), Katie Walsh(East Carolina University)
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Abstract
OBJECTIVE: To present recommendations for the prevention and screening, recognition, and treatment of the most common conditions resulting in sudden death in organized sports. BACKGROUND: Cardiac conditions, head injuries, neck injuries, exertional heat stroke, exertional sickling, asthma, and other factors (eg, lightning, diabetes) are the most common causes of death in athletes. RECOMMENDATIONS: These guidelines are intended to provide relevant information on preventing sudden death in sports and to give specific recommendations for certified athletic trainers and others participating in athletic health care.
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