A 13-year-old had chest pains. He was "close to sudden cardiac death"
229d ago
World
CBS News
A 13-year-old boy, Micah Clayborne, experienced chest pains and was diagnosed with Danon disease, a rare genetic disorder. Doctors determined that he was at high risk of sudden cardiac death and required a heart transplant. Following the diagnosis, Micah underwent a successful heart transplant and is now recovering. Danon disease affects the heart and muscles, highlighting the importance of early diagnosis and treatment for rare conditions.