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- Title
Athletes and suspected catecholaminergic polymorphic ventricular tachycardia: Awareness and current knowledge.
- Authors
Mascia, Giuseppe; Brugada, Josep; Arbelo, Elena; Porto, Italo
- Abstract
Introduction: Catecholaminergic polymorphic ventricular tachycardia (CPVT) is a cardiac inherited arrhythmogenic disease potentially leading to sudden cardiac death that is determined by electrical instability exacerbated by acute adrenergic tone. Methods and Results: Despite its life‐threatening nature, CPVT remains potentially unnoticed since diagnosis may be difficult especially in apparently healthy athletes. This review summarizes current knowledge and shortcomings of CPVT, focusing on genetics, arrhythmic mechanisms, sport preparticipation screening, and current recommendations. Conclusions: The paper captures the importance of CPVT athletes regarding the necessity of risk stratification, as well as the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
- Subjects
LIFESTYLES; MEDICAL examinations of athletes; ATHLETES; MEDICAL screening; VENTRICULAR tachycardia; RISK assessment; HEALTH behavior; HEALTH promotion; DISEASE risk factors
- Publication
Journal of Cardiovascular Electrophysiology, 2023, Vol 34, Issue 10, p2095
- ISSN
1045-3873
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1111/jce.16045