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World J Cardiol. Mar 26, 2016; 8(3): 277-282
Published online Mar 26, 2016. doi: 10.4330/wjc.v8.i3.277
Published online Mar 26, 2016. doi: 10.4330/wjc.v8.i3.277
TTT | ILR | |
Advantages | Noninvasive, nonexpensive | Reliable diagnosis of arrhythmias causing presyncope or syncope |
Differentiates between reflex syncope, orthostatic hypotension, carotid sinus hypersensitivity and pseudosyncope | ||
Assesses function of autonomic system | ||
Disadvantages | Significant false negative response (up to 30%) | Invasive |
Pharmacological chellenge may be required | Cannot assess nonarrhythmic causes of syncope |
- Citation: Teodorovich N, Swissa M. Tilt table test today - state of the art. World J Cardiol 2016; 8(3): 277-282
- URL: https://www.wjgnet.com/1949-8462/full/v8/i3/277.htm
- DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.4330/wjc.v8.i3.277