Lisa Marie Presley, daughter of Elvis Presley, died at the age of 54 after a cardiac arrest at home in Calabasas (USA).
Death information was confirmed by the singer’s mother, Priscilla Presley. Lisa was treated by paramedics who managed to revive her before she was taken to the hospital.
What is cardiac arrest?
- Cardiac arrest occurs when the blood flow that the heart produces is unable to maintain a minimal supply of oxygen throughout the body.
- The body cannot continue to function without oxygen.
- The picture can be viewed as sudden death the signs such as arrhythmia and fainting usually come on quickly, followed by death.
What are the symptoms of cardiac arrest?
- Typical symptoms of cardiac arrest are: shortness of breath, cold sweat, fainting and chest pain.
- Atypical diseases such as abdominal pain are also possible.
cardiac arrest in women
“There is evidence that the capacity of the female heart to withstand pressure spikes may be lower,” says cardiologist Edmo Atique Gabriel, columnist for VivaBem. Among the differences, the size of the heart is usually smaller, as is the caliber and length of the arteries.
However, this does not mean that women are at higher risk of cardiac arrest. But you have to be careful when risk factors are related and already known to be cardiovascular health villains, such as: B. Unhealthy habits and high levels of stress.
What are the risk factors for cardiac arrest?
- Living habits: A healthy diet and regular exercise are essential for cardiovascular health. People who smoke and drink are at higher risk of cardiac arrest.
- High blood pressure, diabetes, obesity and high blood fat levels are also warning signs.
- Genetic Risk: Also, those who have had a history of heart attack, stroke, thrombosis, and arrhythmia in the last three generations of the family (maternal and paternal side) need to be cautious.
*With information from the report published on 11/25/20.