Fainting, also called syncope (pronounced SIN-ko-pee), is a sudden, brief loss of consciousness and posture caused by decreased blood flow to the brain. Fainting is a common problem, accounting ...

Congenital long QT syndrome (LQTS) affects an estimated 1 in 2500 people and typically presents with syncope, seizures or sudden death. Whereas someone exhibiting marked prolongation of the QT ...

Either syncope or epilepsy [14–18] are associated to increased risk of sudden unexpected death, particularly if not adequately treated.

The article also examines whether cardiac arrhythmias can cause seizures and the connection between arrhythmias and seizure medication. Additionally, it focuses on the treatment, outlook, and ...

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A retrospective observational study found that 22% of cases of sudden cardiac death were due to sudden arrhythmic death syndrome (SADS). Syncope, seizure-like episodes and changes in ...

They can cause fitting activity, and differentiating a seizure and epilepsy from fainting requires involvement of a cardiologist and neurologist." If you faint at the sight of blood, you may be ...

Doctors weigh in on how certain health conditions can cause fatal health events like cardiac arrest, fainting, an asthma bout, or seizure if you laugh too hard.

Cite this: Epilepsy or Syncope? An Analysis of 55 Consecutive Patients with Loss of Consciousness, Convulsions, Falls, and No EEG Abnormalities - Medscape - Jul 01, 2010.

Dr. Frisk Torell said, "With increased knowledge of the signs and symptoms that may precede SADS, such as syncope, seizure-like episodes and pre-excitation, we may be able to identify young people ...

They can cause fitting activity, and differentiating a seizure and epilepsy from fainting requires involvement of a cardiologist and neurologist." If you faint at the sight of blood, you may be ...