Cribado cardiológico preparticipativo en deportistas recreativos, competitivos y de alto nivel en diferentes grupos de edad

Regular physical activity has been associated with a significant reduction in the risk of cardiovascular disease and an improvement in the quality of life. However, vigorous physical exercise might be a trigger of sudden cardiac death in individuals with an underlying cardiovascular disease. Preparticipation screening is aimed to early detect cardiovascular disorders potentially related to sudden cardiac death in athletes. The focus of the present review is to describe the main components of preparticipation cardiovascular screening according to age, type of sport and competitive level. In addition, the relevance of implementing an emergency action plan to deal with adverse cardiovascular events is highlighted.