Medical Encounters in a 90-km Ultramarathon Running Event: A 6-year Study in 103 131 Race Starters—SAFER XVII

Conclusion: The incidence of MEs in the 90-km Comrades Marathon was one of the highest incidences of MEs reported in an endurance running event (1 in 52 starters and 1 in 556 starters for serious/life-threatening MEs). Preventative measures to reduce MEs are needed, and further investigations into the risk factors associated with MEs could assist in managing the risk and better prepare athletes, race organizers, and medical directors.
Source: Clinical Journal of Sport Medicine - Category: Sports Medicine Tags: Original Research Source Type: research