Sudden cardiac death risk in university athletes
Part of Genetic & congenital, Heart & circulation, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study looks at the risk of sudden cardiac death in athletes from the National University of Colombia. It aims to find athletes who may be at higher risk, even if they feel healthy.
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Who can take part
- Be a member of a sports team at the National University of Colombia, Bogotá.
- Have played sports for more than 2 years.
- Be between 18 and 35 years old.
- Train more than 6 hours each week in your sport.
- Attend at least 90% of your team's training sessions.
- Not have diabetes, a spinal cord injury, kidney disease, or a heart condition that requires medication.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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