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Carotid Sinus Syncope

Abdul L. Chughtai

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Abstract

In two cases of hyperactive carotid sinus with syncope, both patients had a history of syncopal attacks. Carotid sinus massage produced asystole lasting for four seconds with recurrent symptoms. Permanent demand pacemakers were implanted in both patients, causing a relief of symptoms.

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In two cases of hyperactive carotid sinus with syncope, both patients had a history of syncopal attacks. Carotid sinus massage produced asystole lasting for four seconds with recurrent symptoms. Permanent demand pacemakers were implanted in both patients, causing a relief of symptoms.

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In two cases of hyperactive carotid sinus with syncope, both patients had a history of syncopal attacks. Carotid sinus massage produced asystole lasting for four seconds with recurrent symptoms. Permanent demand pacemakers were implanted in both patients, causing a relief of symptoms.

Key concepts: Medicine, Syncope (phonology), Carotid sinus, Cardiology, Internal medicine, Sinus (botany), Blood pressure, Botany

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