Eriksen's Heart Device Saves Life

Christian Eriksen's heart device, an ICD, detected his abnormal heart rhythm and delivered a shock to restore normal function, saving his life.

Christian Eriksen's heart device, an ICD, detected his abnormal heart rhythm and delivered a shock to restore normal function, saving his life.

In 2021, mid-match at the European Championships, Eriksen had a cardiac arrest - when blood stops pumping around the body. He collapsed and lost consciousness.

Surrounded by concerned and emotional teammates, he was given CPR on the pitch, before a portable machine called a defibrillator was used to reset his heart.

Officials said the immediate medical attention he received saved his life.

How The Device Works

The ICD is a small, life-saving implant that corrects dangerous heart rhythms.

According to Prof Michael Papadakis, cardiologist, the device acted as a safety net and kicked in straight away when Eriksen's heart was in trouble, allowing him to recover much more quickly.

"Because he had the ICD in place, he didn't have to wait," explains Prof Malhotra.

The device is set up to detect abnormal heart rhythms, which are usually faster than usual.

Expert Views On The Device

Experts say the immediate medical attention Eriksen received saved his life.

"That means that an ICD senses when the heart is in the wrong rhythm, and rather than wait until the wrong rhythm leads to the heart not providing enough blood for the brain, muscles and other organs, and so having a full cardiac arrest, the ICD kicks in and changes the abnormal rhythm into the normal rhythm, so the heart can work properly," said a cardiologist.

Meanwhile, sports cardiology specialists have to adjust the settings when implanted in athletes because their heart rates can go high.

Historical Context

In 2021, Eriksen suffered a cardiac arrest during a match at the European Championships.

He was given CPR on the pitch and a portable defibrillator was used to reset his heart.

After the incident, Eriksen underwent an operation to implant the ICD.

The device has been a lifesaver for Eriksen, and he has since made a remarkable recovery.

Historically, cardiac arrests have been a major concern for athletes, and Eriksen's case highlights the importance of immediate medical attention.

Human Impact

Eriksen's experience has raised awareness about the importance of heart health and the need for immediate medical attention in case of a cardiac arrest.

"It's a good thing from a bad thing that happened," Eriksen said.

"People are now more acknowledging and more capable of being able to save someone. So I hope it's turning into something positive that will save a lot of people who are in the same situation as me."

Witnesses said the incident was a wake-up call for everyone involved.

Despite the challenges, Eriksen has made a remarkable recovery and is now back to playing football.

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