SYNCOPAL EPISODES
\sˈɪnkɒpə͡l ˈɛpɪsˌə͡ʊdz], \sˈɪnkɒpəl ˈɛpɪsˌəʊdz], \s_ˈɪ_n_k_ɒ_p_əl ˈɛ_p_ɪ_s_ˌəʊ_d_z]\
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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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