Abstract
Non-penetrating chest blows can occasionally trigger fatal ventricular tachyarrhythmias and sudden death (commotio cordis). Such events were initially reported in association with sporting activities and projectiles such as baseball/lacrosse balls. However, similar potentially fatal chest blows, seemingly incapable of causing death, can occur during a variety of other circumstances such as when delivered during a fight (by a fist) such as in the accompanying paper. Notably, commotio cordis events can be reversed by resuscitation and defibrillation.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 134-135 |
Number of pages | 2 |
Journal | American Journal of Cardiology |
Volume | 156 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Oct 1 2021 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine