Commotio cordis physical examination

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Maryam Hadipour, M.D.[2]

Overview

Immediately after the incident, there may not be any obvious signs of chest trauma, such as bruises. Individuals with commotio cordis are generally appeared to be unresponsive, apneic, cyanotic, pulseless without an audible heartbeat.

Physical examination

• At the time of the incident, there may not be any obvious signs of chest trauma, such as bruises or any other warning signs of more severe conditions.

• Individuals who experience commotio cordis incidents are generally discovered to be :
  • Unresponsive
  • Apneic
  • Pulseless
  • No audible heartbeat
  • Cyanotic