Good News and Sobering News on Cardiac Risks in Marathoners and Other Athletes

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Join Dr. Michelle O'Donoghue as she interviews Dr. Aaron Baggish, a renowned expert in sports cardiology, about the latest findings on sudden cardiac death (SCD) in endurance athletes. Dr. Baggish shares insights from the recent RACER 2 study presented at the American College of Cardiology, revealing key data on cardiac arrest incidence in long-distance running events like marathons and half-marathons.

Key Highlights:

Understanding the journey of sports cardiology over the past two decades.
The latest statistics on cardiac arrest incidence in marathon runners.
Improvements in survival rates from 30% to 70% through effective interventions.
The paradigm shift in managing athletes with underlying cardiac conditions, including hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.
The importance of shared decision-making between healthcare providers and patients.
The impact of social determinants of health on survival outcomes in underserved populations.

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Find transcripts, references, and more: https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/good-news-and-sobering-news-cardiac-risks-marathoners-and-2025a1000aoa
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Cardiology
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