Fatal Commotio Cordis Condition

Fatal Commotio Cordis Condition

If someone strikes a person in the chest at precisely the right moment, it can cause a disturbance in the electrical impulses of the heart, leading to a type of heart failure known as commotio cordis. This condition directly affects the heart rhythm and, in most cases, is fatal within a three-minute window if not treated.

Previous Fact Next Fact
Categories:

Latest FactRepublic Video

15 Most Controversial & Costly Blunders in History

Sponsored Links