Adams-stokes Syndrome

Written by Himabindhu

Medically Reviewed by The Medindia Medical Review Team on Apr 03, 2015

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Other Names :

Stokes-Adams syndrome

What is Adams-stokes Syndrome ?

Heart block with -

Slow or absent pulse
Sometimes accompanied by convulsions
Loss of consciousness for a few seconds

Cause(s) : Sudden cardiac arrest

Symptoms :

Unconsciousness for few seconds
Low pulse rate
Seizures (Sometimes it may occur)
Abnormal Heart Rhythm
Feel flushed after recovery

Diagnosis and Tests :

Blood pressure monitoring
History of heart disease
Assessing previous attacks
ECG (Electrocardiogram)

Specialist to consult : Cardiology

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