American Heart Association
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“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.
“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.
“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.