Commotio Cordis Risk Model (Sport-Specific) Calculator
- Player age (years)
- Projectile speed (mph) (enter best estimate; 40 mph is peak hazard in experimental models)
- Projectile type
- NOCSAE-certified chest protection worn?
- Commotio Cordis Risk Model (Sport-Specific): Explanation and Clinical Context
This calculator provides an evidence-informed, sport-specific relative risk index (0–10) for commotio cordis based on established determinants: the sport, projectile velocity, projectile hardness, chest protection standard, and age. The model is derived from experimental and registry data but is not a validated individual-level predictor. Use for comparative and educational purposes only.
Reference:
Link MS, et al. Upper and lower limits of vulnerability to sudden arrhythmic death with chest-wall impact (commotio cordis). J Am Coll Cardiol. 2003;41:99-104.
Link MS, et al. Reduced risk of sudden death from chest wall blows (commotio cordis) with safety baseballs. Pediatrics. 2002;109:873-877.
Madias C, Maron BJ, Dau N, et al. Mechanically induced sudden death in chest wall impact (commotio cordis). J Electrocardiol. 2003;36 Suppl:83-89.
Link MS. Commotio Cordis. Circulation: Arrhythmia and Electrophysiology. 2012;5:425-432.
Maron BJ, et al. Commotio Cordis. N Engl J Med. 2010;362:917-927.
NOCSAE. Chest Protector Performance Standard for Commotio Cordis (baseball & lacrosse).
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