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Vasovagal Syncope
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Patient Information
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Vasovagal Syncope (TorbayAndSouthDevon.nhs.uk)
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Quick Notes
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Dizziness and loss of consciousness (RACGP.org.au)
Dizziness: if not vertigo could it be cardiac disease? (RACGP.org.au)
Fits, faints and funny turns (RACGP.org.au)
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Guidelines & Articles
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Syncope (RCH.org.au)
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Patient education: Syncope (fainting) (UpToDate.com US)
Syncope in adults: Clinical manifestations and initial diagnostic evaluation (UpToDate.com US)
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Tip Here:
Always ensure to rule out serious causes of syncope although the story may sound benign. Important to exclude pregnancy as a cause of syncope in female patients.
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Australian Medical Council (AMC) Handbook of Clinical Assessment reprinted 2018 edition
John Murtagh's General Practice 8th edition
Tally O'Conner's Clinical Examination 8th edition
The Royal Women's Hospital Victoria Australia
Gynecology by Ten Teachers 20th edition
Obstetrics by Ten Teachers 20th edition
Paediatric Handbook 10th edition
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