Pre-Participation Evaluation and Screening

Question 1

Discuss Myocarditis as it relates to pre participation screening

Answer 1

• Absolute Contraindication

- Risk of sudden death with exertion

Question 2

Discuss a Ventricular Septal Defect as it relates to pre participation screening

Answer 2

• Relative Contraindication

- Athlete may be able to participate depending on the size of the defect

Question 3

How long before the season should the pre participation exam be?

Answer 3

• At least six weeks to allow for rehab on anything identified during the exam