Preparticipation Cardiovascular Screening for US Collegiate Student-Athletes
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Preparticipation screening used by many US colleges may not detect heart disease in athletes that places them at risk of sudden death. In a survey of 879 National Collegiate Athletic Association member colleges and universities, 97% had some form of preparticipation screening. Many schools allowed nurse practitioners and athletic trainers to examine the athletes. An analysis of the screening forms used showed that only 26% contained at least 9 of the 12 screening guidelines recommended the American Heart Association. More than 40% of the forms did not ask about chest pain during exertion, shortness of breath, fatigue or a family history of heart disease.
Publication Name: JAMA, The Journal of the American Medical Association
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0098-7484
Year: 2000
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Profile of preparticipation cardiovascular screening for high school athletes
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Many high schools do not screen athletes adequately for cardiovascular problems before competitions. Researchers surveyed preparticipation screening guidelines of high school districts in all 50 states and the District of Columbia and compared them to standards promoted by the American Heart Association (AHA). Forty percent of the states either had no formal screening guidelines or used guidelines that were inadequate by AHA standards. Many states allow athletes to be examined by physicians assistants and chiropractors, who have limited experience in diagnosing heart disease.
Publication Name: JAMA, The Journal of the American Medical Association
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0098-7484
Year: 1998
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Medical and legal issues in the cardiovascular evaluation of competitive athletes
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Liability issues in screening and management of competitive athletes are of increasing concern to the practicing medical community as some athletes' deaths have activated disputes on courts, holding physicians accountable for alleged grievances. The guidelines for physicians participating in medical evaluations of competitive athletes are presented by clarifying the standard of care, potential pitfalls, and the evolving liability associated with this clinical practice.
Publication Name: JAMA, The Journal of the American Medical Association
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0098-7484
Year: 2005
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