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Adams-Stokes syndrome pathophysiology
Introduction
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Overview
Overview
The attacks are caused by loss of cardiac output due to cardiac asystole, heart block, or ventricular fibrillation. The resulting lack of blood flow to the brain is responsible for the syncope.
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