Sudden cardiac arrest survivors are a special group of patients, often with unique and complex needs that are not adequately addressed by current treatments. In May 2020, the American Heart Association (AHA) developed a scientific statement on sudden cardiac arrest survivorship based on relevant research developments, which emphasized the importance of a unified patient-centered assessment and resources. This article attempts to interpret the key content of the scientific statement, hoping to provide reference and help for domestic medical staff to understand and apply it.