While the world waits for an update on Damar Hamlin's condition, we went to the local experts for a look at what may have caused his cardiac arrest - and also what very likely saved his life.
, we went to the local experts for a look at what may have caused his cardiac arrest - and also what very likely saved his life.
"That basically means there's no circulation, there's no oxygenation to the brain, and something severe is going on," said Dr. Dale Yoo, a Cardiac Electrophysiologist with Texas Health Allen. "They did a great job on the field," he said."EMS and everyone came together, and the fans. I think that really shows greatness and humanity."
"Every minute that goes by, roughly 10% of that person's chance for survival goes down the drain," he said.
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