Christian Eriksen collapsed during Denmark's friendly match against Ukraine and was subsequently taken to hospital for further examinations.
The incident has once again drawn attention to cardiac arrest, warning signs, and the crucial role played by defibrillators, according to The Sun.
Christian Eriksen collapsed during the match
Christian Eriksen suddenly fell to the ground during Denmark's friendly against Ukraine after clutching his chest.
He briefly lost consciousness before regaining awareness.
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Teammates and opponents gathered around him
Players from both teams formed a circle around Eriksen while doctors and medical staff rushed onto the pitch to assist him.
Taken to hospital
Following the incident, Eriksen was transported to hospital, where he underwent further examinations to determine the cause of the collapse.
Internal defibrillator believed to have helped
It is believed that the implanted cardioverter-defibrillator Eriksen received after suffering cardiac arrest in 2021 played an important role during the incident.
Suffered cardiac arrest at Euro 2021
During Denmark's European Championship match against Finland in 2021, Eriksen suffered a cardiac arrest and his heart stopped for approximately five minutes.
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What an ICD does
An implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) is a battery-powered device placed beneath the skin.
It monitors the heart's rhythm and can deliver electrical shocks if it detects dangerous rhythm disturbances.
Team doctor praised the device's performance
Denmark national team doctor Morten Boesen stated that the internal defibrillator responded as intended and that Eriksen was able to walk off the pitch on his own.
Defibrillators can restore heart rhythm
A defibrillator analyses the heart's rhythm and can deliver electrical shocks to help restore a normal heartbeat.
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Found in many public places
Defibrillators are not only used by people with heart conditions. They can also be found in workplaces, schools, gyms, and other public locations.
Rapid response is critical
Defibrillators are most effective when used within minutes of a cardiac arrest. For that reason, acting quickly is essential.
Can be used without medical training
These devices are designed so that people without a medical background can use them in emergencies by following the built-in instructions.
How to use a defibrillator
If a person is unconscious and not breathing normally, emergency services should be called immediately while cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is started.
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The defibrillator should then be switched on and its instructions followed.
Four possible warning signs before cardiac arrest
Some people experience symptoms before the heart stops pumping blood.
These warning signs may include chest discomfort, shortness of breath, weakness, and heart palpitations.
Cardiac arrest and heart attack are not the same
During a heart attack, a person is often conscious and breathing.
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In a cardiac arrest, the person typically collapses suddenly, becomes unconscious, and stops breathing normally.
Certain heart conditions increase the risk
Some forms of heart disease can increase the risk of sudden cardiac arrest.
The most common cause is a serious heart rhythm disturbance known as ventricular fibrillation.
Source: The Sun.