| Literature DB >> 15331279 |
Stuart Berger1, John D Kugler, John A Thomas, David Z Friedberg.
Abstract
Sudden unexpected cardiac death (SCD) in a child or adolescent is a devastating event with serious impact on the family, the school, and the community. This article reviews the epidemiology of SCD in children and adolescents and includes a discussion of its incidence and etiologies. It also discusses strategies for prevention.Entities:
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Year: 2004 PMID: 15331279 DOI: 10.1016/j.pcl.2004.04.008
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Pediatr Clin North Am ISSN: 0031-3955 Impact factor: 3.278