Swallow syncope.

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Swallowing is considered a rare cause of syncope. The five patients described in this report had a spectrum of gastrointestinal tract or cardiovascular disease. For each patient there was a clear association between swallowing and the onset of syncope. Prompt diagnosis of this potentially lethal condition is essential, and electrocardiographic monitoring during swallowing is advisable in all cases in which syncope is suspected.

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Duke Authors

Armstrong, Paul Wayne

Cited Authors

Armstrong, PW; McMillan, DG; Simon, JB

Published Date

June 1, 1985

Published In

Canadian Medical Association Journal

Volume / Issue

132 / 11

Start / End Page

1281 - 1284

PubMed ID

3995448

Pubmed Central ID

PMC1346334

International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)

0008-4409

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Canada