Syncope: From Etiopathogenesis to New Therapeutic Options

Syncope is a common condition related to transient loss of consciousness due to global cerebral hypoperfusion and caused by a variety of aetiologies. Although it is self-limited, and usually benign, syncope can be the harbinger of life-threatening heart rhythm problems due to cardiac conditions. A multidisciplinary approach is practical for its evaluation and treatment, requiring the expertise of cardiologists, neurologists, emergency medicine specialists, and other clinicians. This book provides a detailed review of etiopathogenesis and a state-of-the-art update on therapeutic options offering recommendations based on the guidelines and experience of experts while discussing procedures and tests with their indications, methodology, interpretation, and limitations.

Key Features:

Discusses new diagnostic tools, and therapeutic modalities including video monitoring. Provides up-to-date recommendations regarding the indications for and appropriate interpretation of non-invasive and invasive cardiac testing, for cardiologists and internists. Places particular emphasis on diagnosing and treating reflex and arrhythmic syncope.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1032542330
• ISBN13: 9781032542331
• Release Date: October 2024
• Publisher: CRC Press
• Length: 181 Pages
• Weight: 0.77 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 7.0" x 10.0"