Professorial Lecture UiTM by Professor Dr. Sazzli Shahlan Kasim: heart of the matter: dealing with cardiac deaths

This Professorial Lecture addresses the critical challenge of cardiac deaths, highlighting it as a leading cause of mortality globally and locally. The presentation explores the underlying mechanisms, risk factors, and clinical complexities associated with cardiovascular diseases and sudden cardiac death. Emphasis is placed on advances in clinical cardiology, early screening, risk stratification, and modern interventional strategies aimed at reducing cardiac-related mortality. Additionally, the lecture incorporates health economics perspectives to discuss the broader impact of cardiovascular care delivery and policy decisions on public health outcomes. This comprehensive overview offers valuable insights for healthcare practitioners, researchers, and medical administrators striving to improve cardiovascular care and mitigate cardiac deaths.