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Cardiology II
Syncope
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Graduate
11/11/2009

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What is the definition of syncope?
Definition
Loss of consciousness associated with loss of postural tone
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Why does syncope occur?
Definition
Blood flow impairment to the brain
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Distinguish syncope from seizures.
Definition
witnessed unconsciousness, no body stiffening or limb jerking, lasts <30 sec
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What does vasovagal syncope occur? (3)
Definition
1) Pain, fear, unpleasant sight, sound, or smell 2) Prolonged motionless standing 3) Athlete /p exertion
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When does situational syncope occur?
Definition
during or right after micturition, cough, swallowing, or defecation
Term
Carotid sinus syncope?
Definition
with head rotation, pressure on the carotid sinus (tumors, shaving, tight collars)
Term
Orthostatic HTN?
Definition
BP decline >20 from supine or standing
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What is syncope w/ throat or facial pain (glossopharyngeal or trigeminal neuralgia)
Definition
neurocardiogenic syncope with neuralgia
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Medication that may lead to long QT syndrome, orthostasis, or bradycardia?
Definition
drug induced
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What is the standard test for unexplained syncope?
Definition
tilt-table testing
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