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Journal of the Korean Geriatrics Society 2005;9(1):74-77.
Published online March 31, 2005.
Vasovagal Syncope after Suprescapular Nerve Block by Lidocaine in A Geriatric Patent with Adhesive Capsulitis
C S Yoon, I G Gang, S H Ha, J H Lee, Y E Kwon
유착성 관절낭염을 가진 노인 환자에서 견갑상신경 차단 후 발생한 Vasovagal Syncope
Abstract
Vasovagal syncope has been belived to account for the majority of syncope of unknown origin (SUO). Precipitating factors include pain, emotional stress, trauma, fatigue, blood loss, and prolonged motionless standing. These syncopes are consisted of sudden hypo- tension and bradycardia, associated with nausea, dizziness and sweating. We experienced a case of vasovagal syncope during suprascapular nerve block by local anesthetics in a 63-year-old female patient presented with adhesive capsulitis. The patient was resuscitated successfully and recovered without any adverse effects.
Key Words: Vasovagal syncope, Suprescapular nerve block, Adhesive capsulitis
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