Stepwise approach to the different parts of vasovagal syncope in a patient undergoing cardioneuro ablation

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Aksu T., Guler T. E., Bozyel S., YALIN K.

Journal of Atrial Fibrillation, vol.10, no.5, 2018 (Scopus) identifier identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 10 Issue: 5
  • Publication Date: 2018
  • Doi Number: 10.4022/jafib.1797
  • Journal Name: Journal of Atrial Fibrillation
  • Journal Indexes: Scopus
  • Keywords: Atrial fibrillation, Ganglionated plexi, Parasympathetic, Syncope
  • Uşak University Affiliated: No

Abstract

A 30-year-old man underwent ganglionated plexi ablation due to cardioinhibitory type vasovagal syncope with asystole. After asymptomatic period of 15-month following the procedure, the patient experienced 2 new syncope episodes. Tilt test demonstrated vasodepressor response without significant bradycardia. Following the onset of midodrine therapy, the patient was asymptomatic for 1 year and tilt test demonstrate normal response.