Bengal's Cricketer Priyajit Ghosh Dies Of Sudden Cardiac Arrest During Gym Session At 22

The entire cricket community across the Nation are in shock following the sudden passing of Priyajit Ghosh, a promising star.

Bengal's cricketer, Priyajit Ghosh, aged 22, tragically passed away after suffering a sudden cardiac arrest during a workout session at a gym in Bolpur, West Bengal.

On Friday, Ghosh was working out at a gym in the Mission Compound area of Bolpur. However, during the session, the young star suddenly fell ill and succumbed to a heart attack.

According to reports, the outstanding cricketer once aspired to play for Bengal in the Ranji Trophy and represent Team India at the international level. However, his life was cut short due to a heart attack on Friday morning.

Cricket Community Mourning

The entire cricket community across the Nation are in shock following the sudden passing of Priyajit Ghosh, a promising star. His cricket journey began at the district level, where he quickly gained recognition as the highest run-getter in the inter-district under-16 cricket tournament hosted by the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) in the 2018-19 season.

Signs Of Cardiac Arrest

According to the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI), the key signs someone is likely experiencing a cardiac arrest are if they suddenly collapse and lose consciousness, stop breathing or are gasping for air, don't respond to shouting their names, shaking them and do not have a pulse.

If you notice someone experiencing a cardiac arrest, immediately perform CPR. The NHLBI recommends that you do not need to try to find a pulse when you see the above signs and symptoms.

How To Perform CPR?

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, popularly known as CPR, is a life-saving technique, especially during cardiac arrest. However, according to the American National Red Cross (ANRC), even after training, administering CPR can be challenging at times.

Here are some steps to get yourself prepared when performing CPR, as recommended by the ANRC:

Step 1: Check the scene for safety, form an initial impression and use personal protective equipment (PPE).

Step 2: If the person appears unresponsive, CHECK for responsiveness, breathing, life-threatening bleeding or other life-threatening conditions using shout-tap-shout.

Step 3: If the person does not respond and is not breathing or only gasping, CALL 9-1-1 and get equipment, or tell someone to do so.

Step 4: Kneel beside the person. Place the person on their back on a firm, flat surface.

Step 5: The American Red Cross CPR guidelines recommend 100 to 120 chest compressions per minute, 30 at a time. Remember these five points:

• Hand position: Two hands centered on the chest
• Body position: Shoulders directly over hands, elbows locked
• Compression depth: At least 2 inches
• Rate of compressions: 100 to 120 per minute
• Allow the chest to return to its normal position after each compression

Step 6: Give 2 breaths:

• Open the airway to a past-neutral position using the head-tilt/chin-lift technique.
• Pinch the nose shut, take a normal breath, and make a complete seal over the person's mouth with your mouth.
• Ensure each breath lasts about 1 second and makes the chest rise; allow air to exit before giving the next breath.
• Note: If the 1st breath does not cause the chest to rise, tilt the head and ensure a proper seal before giving the 2nd breath. If the 2nd breath does not make the chest rise, an object may be blocking the airway.

Step 7: Continue giving sets of 30 chest compressions and 2 breaths. Use an AED as soon as one is available! Minimize interruptions to chest compressions to less than 10 seconds.

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