Case Report
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World J Clin Cases. Oct 26, 2021; 9(30): 9205-9210
Published online Oct 26, 2021. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v9.i30.9205
Transient ventricular arrhythmia as a rare cause of dizziness during exercise: A case report
Li-Li Gao, Cheng-Han Wu
Li-Li Gao, Cheng-Han Wu, Department of Neurology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Traditional Chinese Medical University, Fuzhou 350003, Fujian Province, China
Author contributions: Gao LL carried out the studies, participated in collecting data, and drafted the manuscript; Both authors performed the statistical analysis, participated in its design, helped to draft the manuscript, read and approved the final manuscript.
Supported by the Fujian Provincial Health Commission, No. 2019-ZQN-78; the National Natural Science Foundation of China, No. 81503431; and the Natural Science Foundation of the Fujian Province, No. 2020J01247.
Informed consent statement: Informed written consent was obtained from the patient for publication of this case report and accompanying images.
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Corresponding author: Li-Li Gao, MM, Doctor, Department of Neurology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Traditional Chinese Medical University, No. 282 Wusi Road, Gulou District, Fuzhou 350003, Fujian Province, China. gaolilidexingfu@163.com
Received: May 12, 2021
Peer-review started: May 12, 2021
First decision: June 15, 2021
Revised: June 24, 2021
Accepted: August 30, 2021
Article in press: August 30, 2021
Published online: October 26, 2021
Core Tip

Core Tip: Ventricular tachycardiais an uncommon but potentially serious cause of dizziness. High clinical suspicion of arrhythmia in a patient with dizziness merits consultation with a cardiologist and referral to a specialized center to ensure timely diagnosis and treatment.