Syncope: prodromal features
Evidence-based neurology checklist on syncope: prodromal features: Light headedness: manifestations A sensation of dizziness A swimming sensation A feeling of emptiness Visual symptoms Skin features Gastrointestinal symptoms Aural features Cardiorespiratory symptoms Neurological symptoms…
Light headedness: manifestations
- A sensation of dizziness
- A swimming sensation
- A feeling of emptiness
Visual symptoms
Skin features
Gastrointestinal symptoms
Aural features
Cardiorespiratory symptoms
Neurological symptoms
Behavioural features
References
- Wieling W, Thijs RD, van Dijk N, Wilde AAM, Benditt DG, van Dijk JG. Symptoms and signs of syncope: a review of the link between physiology and clinical clues. Brain 2009; 132:2630-2642.
- Alboni P, Brignole M, Menozzi C, et al. Clinical spectrum of neurally mediated reflex syncopes. Europace 2004; 6:55-62.
- Guida P, Iacoviello M, Forleo C, et al. Prevalence, timing, and haemodynamic correlates of prodromes in patients with vasovagal syncope induced by head-up tilt test. Europace 2009; 11:1221-1226.
