Sudden Cardiac Arrest
Also known as: Automated External Defibrillators, Cardiac Arrest, SCA, Sudden Cardiac Death
Blood, Heart and Circulation
What is sudden cardiac arrest (SCA)?<p>Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is a condition in which the heart suddenly stops beating.
When that happens, blood stops flowing to the brain and other vital organs.
If it is not treated, SCA usually causes death within minutes.
But quick treatment with a defibrillator may be lifesaving.</p>How is sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) different from a heart attack?<p>A heart attack is different from an SCA.
A heart attack happens when blood flow to the heart is blocked.
During a heart attack, the heart usually doesn't suddenly stop beating.
With an SCA, the heart stops beating.</p><p>Sometimes an SCA can happen after or during recovery from a heart attack.</p>What causes sudden cardiac arrest (SCA)?<p>Your heart has an electrical system that controls the rate and r
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