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Erschienen in: Herzschrittmachertherapie + Elektrophysiologie 2/2018

25.04.2018 | Schwerpunkt

Orthostatic intolerance and postural tachycardia syndrome: new insights into pathophysiology and treatment

verfasst von: Mohammed Ruzieh, MD, Prof. Blair P. Grubb, MD FACC

Erschienen in: Herzschrittmachertherapie + Elektrophysiologie | Ausgabe 2/2018

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Abstract

Orthostatic intolerance is characterized by symptoms of light-headedness or syncope that is provoked upon standing or in an upright posture. It is most commonly caused by postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) or orthostatic hypotension (OH). Its pathophysiology is complex and commonly involves abnormal autonomic nervous system regulation, autoimmunity, a hyperadrenergic state, and hypovolemia. This article reviews the pathophysiology underlying orthostatic intolerance, as well as the current treatment available.
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Metadaten
Titel
Orthostatic intolerance and postural tachycardia syndrome: new insights into pathophysiology and treatment
verfasst von
Mohammed Ruzieh, MD
Prof. Blair P. Grubb, MD FACC
Publikationsdatum
25.04.2018
Verlag
Springer Medizin
Erschienen in
Herzschrittmachertherapie + Elektrophysiologie / Ausgabe 2/2018
Print ISSN: 0938-7412
Elektronische ISSN: 1435-1544
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00399-018-0563-1

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