Syncope
71postural syncope — syncope resulting from orthostatic hypotension …
72stretching syncope — syncope associated with stretching upward of the upper limbs while the spine is extended …
73swallow syncope — syncope associated with swallowing, a disorder of atrioventricular conduction mediated by the vagus nerve …
74tussive syncope — syncope that is brief and associated with vigorous and explosive paroxysms of coughing; it is seen in men more often than women. Called also cough s., laryngeal s., and laryngeal vertigo …
75Syncope, heat — Sudden dizziness or fainting experienced after exercising in the heat. The skin appears pale and sweaty but is generally moist and cool. The pulse may be weakened, and the heart rate is usually rapid. Body temperature is normal …
76Laughter-induced syncope — is an unusual but recognized form of situational syncope (fainting) likely to have a similar pathophysiological origin to tussive syncope. One case report occurred while watching the television show Seinfeld , and was given the name Seinfeld… …
77Vasodepressor syncope — The temporary loss of consciousness in a particular kind of situation. (Syncope is temporary loss of consciousness or, in plain English, fainting). The situations that trigger this reaction are diverse and include having blood drawn, straining… …
78Vasovagal syncope — The temporary loss of consciousness in a particular kind of situation. (Syncope is temporary loss of consciousness or, in plain English, fainting). The situations that trigger this reaction are diverse and include having blood drawn, straining… …
79Micturition syncope — The temporary loss of consciousness upon urinating. (Syncope is the temporary loss of consciousness or, in plain English, fainting). The situations that trigger this reaction are diverse and include having blood drawn, straining while urinating… …
80San Francisco Syncope Rule — The San Francisco Syncope Rule (SFSR) is a simple rule for evaluating the risk of adverse outcomes in patient who present with fainting or syncope. The mnemonic for features of the rule is CHESS:• C History of congestive heart failure• H… …
