American Heart Association
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“If the comprehensive heart assessment raises concerns, health care professionals can order appropriate follow-up testing, such as an ECG, echocardiogram, heart monitor or other advanced imaging based on the suspected diagnosis.”
American Heart Association · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-22
The American Heart Association described follow-up testing options when a heart assessment raises concerns.
“A heart assessment that includes a review of a student's personal and family history along with a physical examination is the best way to identify serious heart conditions that can lead to cardiac events in student athletes,”
American Heart Association · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-22
The American Heart Association outlined its recommended heart assessment method for identifying serious conditions in student athletes.
“Sudden cardiac arrest is not the only concern,”
American Heart Association · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-22
The American Heart Association noted that sudden cardiac arrest is not the sole risk of undetected heart issues.
“These conditions can also lead to other serious heart-related complications and may require monitoring, treatment, or restrictions on athletic participation to keep students safe.”
American Heart Association · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-22
The American Heart Association warned that undetected heart conditions can lead to other complications and require activity restrictions.