Produced by: Mohsin Shaikh
The sudden death of Epigamia CEO Rohan Mirchandani due to cardiac arrest highlights the rising risk of heart issues among young professionals, sparking concern across corporate India.
Sudden cardiac arrest stems from irregular heartbeats, often triggered by electrical system failures, distinguishing it from heart attacks caused by blockages.
Coronary artery disease is responsible for 80% of sudden cardiac arrests in people over 40, often from minor undetected blockages leading to severe complications.
In younger individuals, conditions like hypertrophic cardiomyopathy or genetic abnormalities in the heart’s electrical system can cause fatal irregular rhythms.
High stress levels, anxiety, and mental strain can release adrenaline, which overworks the heart, increasing the likelihood of irregular heartbeats and cardiac arrest.
Dehydration, electrolyte imbalance, and extreme physical exertion can disrupt the heart’s electrical signals, especially in younger people with undetected conditions.
India lags behind with only 1% of the population trained in CPR compared to 85% in the US, emphasizing the urgent need for public education on life-saving measures.
Regular electrocardiograms (ECG) can detect arrhythmias and heartbeat changes, enabling timely intervention to prevent sudden cardiac arrests.
Equipping public spaces with defibrillators and increasing awareness about heart health can significantly reduce fatalities from sudden cardiac arrests.