Clinical & Experimental Cardiology
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Abstract

Cardiac Arrest and Sudden Cardiac Death in the Pediatric Population

Carissa M. Baker-Smith and Sudhir Vashist

Sudden cardiac arrest in children is a rare event. However, sudden cardiac arrest of a child is a devastating event. Clinicians should be aware of conditions associated with sudden cardiac arrest in the pediatric population. This article reviews the most common causes of sudden cardiac arrest in the pediatric population. We review recommendations for screening and diagnosis. We also briefly discuss current management recommendations for the various causes of sudden cardiac arrest in the pediatric population.