Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) vs Heart Attack

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Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) vs Heart Attack

The difference between a sudden cardiac arrest is an 'electrical' malfunction in the heart - causing it to stop beating.

A heart attack is a 'plumbing' problem when one of the coronary arteries becomes blocked preventing oxygen rich blood reaching the heart.

For further support and advice please download our 'Sudden Cardiac Arrest SCA v's Heart Attack' information sheet:

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If you require any further information, please contact our Patient Services Team:

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Kind regards

SamAdmin