A teenager collapsed. His friends' quick response saved his life.
Summary
An 18-year-old named J.J. Machnik, who has a genetic heart condition called hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, collapsed while working out. His friends quickly gave him CPR and called 911, which saved his life.Key Facts
- J.J. Machnik has hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, a genetic heart disorder that makes the heart muscle too thick.
- He was diagnosed at age 14 after his father, who also has the disorder, was diagnosed.
- On May 10, J.J. collapsed on a treadmill while working out with friends.
- His friends, Trevor Hodgins and Giovanni Scafidi, immediately performed CPR and called emergency services.
- Paramedics were informed about J.J.'s heart condition, helping them provide proper treatment quickly.
- J.J.’s cardiologist said the quick CPR was critical to saving his life.
- J.J. and those around him had been trained to act in case of sudden cardiac arrest, including having an automated external defibrillator nearby.
- Symptoms of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy can include chest pain and difficulty breathing, but J.J. had no previous symptoms before collapsing.
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