Comparison of Acute Arterial Responses Following a Rescue Simulation and Maximal Exercise in Professional Firefighters

Cardiovascular events are the leading cause of on-duty deaths among firefighters. Screening firefighters for risk of sudden cardiac event is a critical element of a comprehensive medical program. Although intense physical exertion has been shown to trigger sudden cardiac events in the general popula...

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Main Authors: Vanessa Santos, Luís Miguel Massuça, Luís Monteiro, Vítor Angarten, Mark G. Abel, Bo Fernhall, Helena Santa-Clara
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-04-01
Series:Healthcare
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2227-9032/11/7/1032