2020 ESC Guidelines on Sports Cardiology and Exercise in Patients with Cardiovascular Disease
The current Guidelines also draw upon existing ESC Guidelines for the investigation, risk assessment, and management of individuals with CVDs to aid physicians when prescribing exercise programmes or providing advice for sports participation.
In line with good clinical practice, the present document encourages shared decision-making with the athlete patient and respects the autonomy of the individual after provision of detailed information about the impact of sports and the potential risks of complications and/or adverse events (central illustration).
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Doctor Sanjay Sharma
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Doctor Michael Papadakis
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