SITUATIONAL SYNCOPE
\sˌɪt͡ʃuːˈe͡ɪʃənə͡l sˈɪnkə͡ʊp], \sˌɪtʃuːˈeɪʃənəl sˈɪnkəʊp], \s_ˌɪ_tʃ_uː_ˈeɪ_ʃ_ə_n_əl s_ˈɪ_n_k_əʊ_p]\
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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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