The medical term for fainting or passing out is syncope. Syncope is caused by a temporary shortage of blood that reaches the brain. The symptoms include dizziness, cold and clammy skin, nausea, headache, blurry vision, and blacking out. The types of syncope are reflex syncope, cardiac syncope, orthostatic syncope, and cerebrovascular syncope.
Cardiac Syncope- Causes, Clinical Manifestations, Management, and Immediate Action
Cardiac syncope refers to loss of consciousness with impulsive recovery due to no passage of blood to the brain. This article discusses cardiac syncope in brief.
Current Challenges of Using In-Flight Emergency Kits
In-flight medical emergency kits are established for passengers with emergency medical conditions. The article elaborates on the shortcomings of using them.
Recognition and Management of Medical Emergencies in Flight - An Overview
This article briefly discusses in-flight medical emergencies and the recognition and management of them by the flight staff or any volunteer physician.
Vasovagal Syncope - Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention
When a person faints or loses consciousness due to triggers like emotional stress, it is called vasovagal syncope. Read the article to learn more about it.
Presyncope- Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Presyncope refers to a near-fainting state or a prodrome of syncope. Read the article below to learn more about this condition.
Non-arrhythmogenic Mechanisms of Syncope
Syncope is the medical term for fainting. Read the article below to learn more about the symptoms and treatment of syncope.
Bradycardia and Syncope: An Inducing Relationship
Bradycardia is the most common reason for syncope. Read the article below to learn more about them.
