Pediatric syncope: cases from the emergency department.
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چکیده
Pediatric syncope is a common presentation in the emergency department. Most causes are benign, but an evaluation must exclude rare life-threatening disorders. The lack of objective findings can pose a challenge. This case-based review emphasizes the importance of a detailed history and physical examination with electrocardiogram in determining high-risk patients.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Emergency medicine clinics of North America
دوره 28 3 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2010