Video games may not be the safe alternative to competitive sports for kids with cardiac arrhythmia, experts say
, published in the journal Heart Rhythm, documented an uncommon, but distinct, pattern among children who lost consciousness while playing electronic games, including console- or computer-based games and arcade games.Start your day with a roundup of B.C.-focused news and opinion delivered straight to your inbox at 7 a.m., Monday to Friday.By clicking on the sign up button you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.
“Given the large number of centres approached for cases across the world, it is clear that this phenomenon is uncommon, but it is clearly prevalent internationally and may represent a meaningful issue in children with arrhythmic conditions,” said the study.ut I do think it’s an interesting signal,” one that should make physicians consider whether to counsel patients about the possible stress presented by video games for susceptible patients.
According to the study, out of the 13 cases where researchers had information on the type of game being played at the time of the cardiac incident, eight were playing a war game. The finding is an indication video games may not be a safe alternative to competitive or high-risk physical sports for children with heart conditions, said one expert.
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