Sudden Cardiac Arrest -Diagnosis and Treatment

Diagnosis and Treatment

Sudden cardiac arrest is becoming increasingly common and it claims a lot of lives around the world, and October is annually observed as “Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) Awareness Month”. This is a time to reflect on SCA preparedness, response, and heart health. Read on to know more.

Sudden cardiac arrest is becoming increasingly common and it claims a lot of lives around the world, and October is annually observed as “Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) Awareness Month”. This is a time to reflect on SCA preparedness, response, and heart health. Read on to know more.

What Is Sudden Cardiac Arrest?

Sudden cardiac arrest is a life-threatening condition in which your heart comes to a standstill. It is the abrupt loss of heart function, breathing and consciousness. The condition usually results from a problem with your heart's electrical system, which disrupts your heart's pumping action and stops blood flow to your body.