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A high incidence of serious life-threatening cardiovascular medical encounters during a marathon (2014–2019) calls for prevention strategies: SAFER XL

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Abstract

There was a high proportion of cardiovascular-related medical encounters, as well as SLMEs. We recommend that event organizers and race medical directors investigate prevention strategies to mitigate against risk of SLMEs, specifically acute cardiovascular SLMEs.

Research topics

  • Cardiovascular Effects of Exercise
  • Physical Activity and Health
  • Cardiovascular and exercise physiology

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DOI: 10.1080/00913847.2024.2399495

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