Adams-Stokes Syndromes Flashcards
1
Q
What cause of Adams Stoke Syndrome?
A
Incomplete or Complete Atrioventricular heart block
2
Q
What will the ASS patients experienced?
A
Sudden attack of syncope and fainting. Seizure maybe present.
3
Q
What will the ECG findings?
A
Asystole and Ventricular Arrythmias
4
Q
What are the risk factors with ASS?
A
Being older than age 60, having bundle branch block, heart disease
5
Q
How to treat ASS?
A
Surgical Implantation of a pacemaker
6
Q
What oral medication can be given after surgery?
A
Digoxin
