Commotio cordis is a rare but life threatening condition caused by a blow to the chest that disrupts the heart’s rhythm, potentially leading to sudden cardiac arrest. The condition is most prevalent ...
Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin confirmed that a condition called commotio cordis caused his cardiac arrest when he collapsed while making a tackle during an NFL game on Jan. 2. He was given CPR, ...
Initially, there is a scramble for a loose ball and player M.V. (large white arrow) is struck in the chest by the elbow of an opponent. M.V. stumbles but remains upright for a few seconds just prior ...
CINCINNATI, OHIO - JANUARY 02: Buffalo Bills players huddle and pray after teammate Damar Hamlin collapsed on the field after making a tackle against the Cincinnati Bengals. CINCINNATI, OHIO - JANUARY ...
Commotio cordis is a medical condition that happens when your heart suddenly stops beating (known as cardiac arrest). It usually happens due to a serious blow or injury to the chest that causes ...