Objective: Sudden cardiac death (SCD) is a rare and yet unexplained condition. The most frequent cause is myocardial infarction, while a small proportion is due to arrhythmogenic syndromes (e.g., channelopathies). This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to provide a comprehensive overview of the prevalence and risk factors associated with SCD in workers. Material and methods: A search for eligible studies was performed utilizing three databases (PubMed, ISI Web of Knowledge, and Scopus). The inclusion criteria were fulfilled if sudden cardiac death due to channelopathy in workers was mentioned. Results: Out of the 1408 articles found across three databases, 6 articles were included in the systematic review but the meta-analysis was conducted on 3 studies The total sample included was 23,450 participants. The pooled prevalence of channelopathies in employees was 0.3% (95% CI 0.07-0.43%), of sudden cardiac death in employees was 2.8% (95% CI 0.37-5.20%), and of sudden cardiac death in employees with a diagnosis of cardiac channelopathies was 0.2% (95% CI 0.02- 0.30%). Conclusions: SCD is a serious and potentially preventable condition that can occur among workers. By identifying and addressing work-related risk factors, providing appropriate screening and interventions, and promoting healthy lifestyle behaviors, we can work to reduce the incidence of SCD and improve the cardiovascular health and well-being of workers.

Amantea, C., Pilia, E., Rossi, M. F., Corona, V. F., Amato, G., Ciccu, C., Gavi, F., Santoro, P. E., Borrelli, I., Ricciardi, W., Gualano, M. R., Moscato, U., Sudden cardiac death among workers: a systematic review and meta-analysis, <<SYSTEMATIC REVIEWS>>, 2024; 13 (84): N/A-N/A. [doi:10.1186/s13643-024-02504-5] [https://hdl.handle.net/10807/265514]

Sudden cardiac death among workers: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Amantea, Carlotta
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Rossi, Maria Francesca;Corona, Valerio Flavio
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Gavi, Filippo;Santoro, Paolo Emilio;Borrelli, Ivan;Ricciardi, Walter
Ultimo
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Moscato, Umberto
2024

Abstract

Objective: Sudden cardiac death (SCD) is a rare and yet unexplained condition. The most frequent cause is myocardial infarction, while a small proportion is due to arrhythmogenic syndromes (e.g., channelopathies). This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to provide a comprehensive overview of the prevalence and risk factors associated with SCD in workers. Material and methods: A search for eligible studies was performed utilizing three databases (PubMed, ISI Web of Knowledge, and Scopus). The inclusion criteria were fulfilled if sudden cardiac death due to channelopathy in workers was mentioned. Results: Out of the 1408 articles found across three databases, 6 articles were included in the systematic review but the meta-analysis was conducted on 3 studies The total sample included was 23,450 participants. The pooled prevalence of channelopathies in employees was 0.3% (95% CI 0.07-0.43%), of sudden cardiac death in employees was 2.8% (95% CI 0.37-5.20%), and of sudden cardiac death in employees with a diagnosis of cardiac channelopathies was 0.2% (95% CI 0.02- 0.30%). Conclusions: SCD is a serious and potentially preventable condition that can occur among workers. By identifying and addressing work-related risk factors, providing appropriate screening and interventions, and promoting healthy lifestyle behaviors, we can work to reduce the incidence of SCD and improve the cardiovascular health and well-being of workers.
2024
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Amantea, C., Pilia, E., Rossi, M. F., Corona, V. F., Amato, G., Ciccu, C., Gavi, F., Santoro, P. E., Borrelli, I., Ricciardi, W., Gualano, M. R., Moscato, U., Sudden cardiac death among workers: a systematic review and meta-analysis, <<SYSTEMATIC REVIEWS>>, 2024; 13 (84): N/A-N/A. [doi:10.1186/s13643-024-02504-5] [https://hdl.handle.net/10807/265514]
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