[Vasovagal syncope in 15-year-old girl].

Abstract

The authors present a case of a 15-year-old girl with syncope and bradycardia, in whom vasovagal syncope was recognized. The diagnosis was confirmed by positive tilt test. Because of the dominant vasodepressor reaction, Effortil was started to prevent further syncope, with good results.

• Authors: M Gołabek, P Sionek, P Jedrasik
• Journal: Pediatria polska (Pediatr Pol) Vol. 71 Issue 5 Pg. 477-9 (May 1996) ISSN: 0031-3939 [Print] Poland
• Vernacular Title: Zespół wazowagalny jako przyczyna omdleń u 15-letniej dziewczynki.
• PMID: 8710434 (Publication Type: Case Reports, English Abstract, Journal Article)

Topics

• Adolescent
• Aortic Bodies (physiopathology)
• Female
• Humans
• Syncope (diagnosis, physiopathology)
• Tilt-Table Test