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Syncope is classified as neurally mediated, cardiac, and orthostatic hypotension. Neurally mediated syncope is the most common type and has a benign course, whereas cardiac syncope is associated with increased morbidity and mortality.
- What are the 4 classifications of syncope?
- What are differential diagnosis for syncope?
- Is syncope a medical diagnosis?
- What is vasovagal syncope classified as?
What are the 4 classifications of syncope?
Syncope is classified as neurally mediated (reflex), cardiac, orthostatic, or neurologic (Table 1).
What are differential diagnosis for syncope?
The differential diagnosis for syncope is best remembered by considering the 3 most common causes of syncope: reflex mediated syncope, cardiac syncope, and orthostatic hypotension (Figure 31-1).
Is syncope a medical diagnosis?
A major issue in the use of diagnostic tests is that syncope is a transient symptom and not a disease. Typically patients are asymptomatic at the time of evaluation and the opportunity to capture a spontaneous event during diagnostic testing is rare.
What is vasovagal syncope classified as?
Vasovagal syncope is a condition that leads to fainting in some people. It is also called neurocardiogenic syncope or reflex syncope. It's the most common cause of fainting. It's usually not harmful nor a sign of a more serious problem.
