Sudden cardiac arrest from heat stroke: Hidden dangers of hot yoga

A healthy 35-year-old female, 12 weeks post-partum, was in her hot yoga class when she suddenly became unresponsive. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) was started on the patient promptly. Emergency Medical Services (EMS) arrived 5 minutes into initiation of CPR. Exam revealed warm skin, dilated pupils and frank blood foaming from her mouth. Rhythm was consistent with ventricular fibrillation. 45 minutes of CPR was performed before return of spontaneous circulation, after which patient was placed on vasopressor support.
Source: The American Journal of Medicine - Category: Journals (General) Authors: Tags: Clinical Communication to the Editor Source Type: research