As of: January 18, 2024, 3:59 p.m
By: Juliane Gutmann
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Around 65,000 people die of sudden cardiac death every year in Germany.
Young people are also affected.
In many cases, heart failure could be prevented.
There can be a number of reasons behind sudden cardiac death.
The most common cause of death is coronary heart disease (CHD).
Around six million people in Germany are CHD patients, according to information from the German Heart Foundation.
High blood pressure, diabetes and high cholesterol levels in particular are considered triggers for coronary heart disease.
But other heart diseases also promote sudden heart failure, from which TV legend Hans Meiser died in October 2023.
Heart valve disease, inflammation of the heart muscle or very high blood pressure are also considered possible – but rarer – causes of sudden cardiac death.
Sudden cardiac death: Men affected more often than women
The cause of death is treacherous because those affected appear healthy.
Doctors speak of sudden cardiac death when people were supposedly healthy 24 hours earlier.
From one moment to the next, those affected collapse and their hearts stop beating.
The risk of sudden cardiac death increases with age because many cardiovascular diseases then occur more frequently.
Men are at greater risk than women for hormonal reasons, according to the German Heart Foundation.
If a person suddenly collapses, the cause may be sudden cardiac death.
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Prevent heart failure and have illnesses treated early
Through consistent prevention, early diagnosis and treatment, the risk of sudden cardiac death can be reduced to a minimum, according to the German Heart Foundation.
Against this background, it is particularly important that existing heart diseases are recognized and treated early.
Therefore, if you have heart problems, see a cardiologist as soon as possible.
He can use examinations to determine whether coronary heart disease, cardiac arrhythmias or other heart diseases are present.
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Previous heart attacks due to CHD also increase the risk of sudden cardiac death.
Chest pain, shortness of breath, heart palpitations, brief periods of unconsciousness and attacks of dizziness are warning signs that you should see a doctor because they can indicate heart disease that requires treatment.
This article only contains general information on the respective health topic and is therefore not intended for self-diagnosis, treatment or medication. It in no way replaces a visit to the doctor. Unfortunately, our editorial team cannot answer individual questions about medical conditions.