Syncope: driving advice is frequently overlooked.
Consecutive referrals to a syncope clinic were asked about the frequency of enquiries about driving status by referring general practitioners and/or hospital specialists. Although 40% were drivers, only 13% of patients had been previously asked about driving, and 12% of drivers had experienced symptoms whilst driving. This represents an important oversight on the part of referring doctors.
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Department of Medicine (Geriatric), Royal Victoria Infirmary, Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK.
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D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D001334:Automobile Driving; D003142:Communication; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D010817:Physician-Patient Relations; D011361:Professional Competence; D013575:Syncope