Best Practice Case Studies-Preparticipation Screening Exam

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In a recent lecture, Dr. David Bernhardt discussed pre-participation evaluations (PPE) during COVID-19 and disqualifying conditions for athletes. A board-certified pediatrician and team physician, Dr. Bernhardt emphasized the importance of these evaluations, which typically determine athletes' general health, identify conditions that may lead to life-threatening events, and promote safe sports participation. During the pandemic, the focus has shifted towards assessing athletes' fitness and COVID-19-related health risks.<br /><br />Dr. Bernhardt highlighted mental health screening within PPEs, especially amidst COVID-19's social isolation impacts, and stressed the importance of involving families in shared medical decision-making. He discussed the limited evidence supporting PPEs, noting a lack of robust data to validate their effectiveness in reducing sudden cardiac events, and pointed out that conducting exams in established medical homes is preferable.<br /><br />The evolving understanding of COVID-19's impact on cardiac health is leading to debates about screening practices. It's becoming evident that testing strategies and clearance guidelines need to adapt as more is learned about the virus’s effects, particularly myocarditis linked to COVID-19.<br /><br />Despite the challenges, Dr. Bernhardt encouraged fellows to contribute to ongoing research to better understand PPE effectiveness and improve its evidence-based application.

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Edition 3rd Edition

Related Case 3rd Edition, CASE 34

Topic Metabolic/Medical Conditions

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3rd Edition, CASE 34

3rd Edition

Metabolic/Medical Conditions

pre-participation evaluations

COVID-19

disqualifying conditions

mental health screening

shared medical decision-making

sudden cardiac events

medical homes

myocarditis

evidence-based application