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Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA)

With two young sports stars dying suddenly, Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) is in the news. DR VIJAY SURASE explains what it's all about. Can happen to the fittest too...Photo: AFP Football is often seen as the sport of the absolutely fit. After all, running across a field for more than over two hours needs the best of human ability and strength. But recently there have been a few shocking incidents on the field that are beyond comprehension. Former Italy Under-21 midfielder Piermario Morosini died after collapsing on the pitch and suffering a cardiac arrest during a match. He was 25. Indian football player D. Venkatesh (27) died after collapsing on the field during a local league game in Bangalore last month. These events have left us wondering: can a heart attack or Sudden Cardiac Arrest target even the fittest?