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\dɪɡluːtˈɪʃənə͡l sˈɪnkə͡ʊps], \dɪɡluːtˈɪʃənəl sˈɪnkəʊps], \d_ɪ_ɡ_l_uː_t_ˈɪ_ʃ_ə_n_əl s_ˈɪ_n_k_əʊ_p_s]\
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A transient loss of consciousness and postural tone caused by diminished blood flow to the brain (i.e., BRAIN ISCHEMIA). Presyncope refers to the sensation of lightheadedness and loss of strength that precedes a syncopal event or accompanies an incomplete syncope. (From Adams et al., Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, pp367-9)
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