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MacDonald J, Schaefer M, Stumph J. The preparticipation physical evaluation. Am Fam Physician. 2021 May 1;103(9):539-46.Full text Abstract
Maron BJ, Douglas PS, Graham TP, et al. Task Force 1: preparticipation screening and diagnosis of cardiovascular disease in athletes. J Am Coll Cardiol. 2005 Apr 19;45(8):1322-6. Abstract
Rice SG; American Academy of Pediatrics Council on Sports Medicine and Fitness. Medical conditions affecting sports participation. Pediatrics. 2008 Apr;121(4):841-8.Full text Abstract
Drezner JA, O'Connor FG, Harmon KG, et al. AMSSM position statement on cardiovascular preparticipation screening in athletes: current evidence, knowledge gaps, recommendations, and future directions. Clin J Sport Med. 2016 Sep;26(5):347-61.Full text Abstract
Harmon KG, Clugston JR, Dec K, et al. American Medical Society for Sports Medicine position statement on concussion in sport. Br J Sports Med. 2019 Feb;53(4):213-25.Full text Abstract
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