LeBron James' son Bronny James' cardiac arrest due to congenital heart defect
Bronny James, the 18-year-old son of Los Angeles Lakers' superstar LeBron James, recently experienced a cardiac arrest during a basketball workout at the University of Southern California (USC). The incident, which occurred on July 24, has brought to light a congenital heart defect that has been identified as the probable cause of the sudden cardiac arrest. Here's an overview of the incident and its aftermath:
The Sudden Cardiac Arrest and Medical Response
During a routine basketball workout at USC's Galen Center, Bronny James went into cardiac arrest, leading to his immediate hospitalization at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Following the incident, he received medical attention from renowned institutions like the Mayo Clinic and Atlantic Health-Morristown Medical Center in New Jersey.
Identifying the Congenital Heart Defect
According to a statement issued by Stephanie Rosa of the LeBron James Family Foundation, the cardiac arrest was attributed to a congenital heart defect. This anatomically and functionally significant defect has now been identified as the root cause of the alarming incident.
Positive Outlook for Recovery
Bronny James' family and the foundation expressed optimism regarding his recovery. The statement assured that the congenital heart defect can and will be treated, instilling confidence in his complete recovery and his return to the basketball court in the near future.
