Abstract
Up to 70% of all sudden cardiac deaths (SCD) in persons under 50 years are due to inherited cardiovascular diseases. First-degree relatives to younger SCD patients should be evaluated for inherited cardiovascular disease, as argued in this review. An improved understanding of SCD subtypes and genetics is expected to improve risk stratification and SCD prevention. Preventing ischaemic heart disease (IHD) is a cornerstone as IHD is the most common cause of SCD.
| Translated title of the contribution | Hereditary heart diseases and sudden cardiac death |
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| Original language | Danish |
| Article number | V04240266 |
| Journal | Ugeskrift for Laeger |
| Volume | 186 |
| Issue number | 42 |
| ISSN | 0041-5782 |
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| Publication status | Published - 14 Oct 2024 |
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