USA midfielder sues doctors after on-pitch heart attack
United States women's national team player Savannah DeMelo is suing a hospital and two doctors after she suffered a heart attack on the pitch last year.
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"A year ago today, while playing soccer, I collapsed due to an undiagnosed cardiac arrhythmia, that caused me to go into cardiac arrest."
— Savannah DeMelo , Athlete
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Racing Louisville's chief medical officer who referred Savannah DeMelo for further evaluation.
A doctor involved in the medical care of Savannah DeMelo.
United States women's national soccer team player who collapsed due to a heart attack during a match.
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United States women's national team player Savannah DeMelo is suing a hospital and two doctors after she suffered a heart attack on the pitch last year.
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