For women, shortness of breath was the symptom that preceded an impending cardiac arrest , while for men, chest pain was the prominent complaint. Sudden cardiac arrest outside the hospital has a 90% mortality rate, according to a press release from Cedars Sinai — so it’s essential to recognize early warning signs. These findings pave the way for further research studies to help better predict imminent sudden cardiac arrest, the investigators said. "Next, we will supplement these key sex-specific warning symptoms with additional features — such as clinical profiles and biometric measures — for improved prediction of sudden cardiac arrest," Chugh said. One cardiologist who was not involved with the study agreed that this new research highlights findings that can contribute to early detection and prevention of sudden cardiac arrest.

Source: Fox News September 05, 2023 12:54 UTC