title: Mechanics and treatment of vasovagal syncope.
abstract: Radiologic technologists are called upon to provide patient care as well as produce radiographs. In accordance with quality assurance programs in health care institutions, we are expected to know and use accepted standard methods of care. This article provides the reader with background on the causes and treatments of vasovagal syncope. Sections include signs and symptoms, anatomy and physiology and common methods of treatment.
authors.affiliation: Department of Radiology, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia 19104.
authors.forename: T J
authors.initials: TJ
authors.lastname: Kelly
mesh_terms: D006439:Hemodynamics; D006801:Humans; D013575:Syncope / Q000209:etiology / Q000503:physiopathology* / Q000628:therapy; D014630:Vagus Nerve / Q000503:physiopathology