Medical Definition of Sick sinus syndrome
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A disorder consisting of abnormalities of supraventricular impulse generation and conduction which produce a wide variety of intermittent rapid and slow supraventricular arrhythmias.
Common symptoms include palpitations, faintness and fainting.
Diagnosis is generally by 24 hour cardiac monitoring. A permanent pacemaker is indicated for those who are unresponsive to drug therapy.
(27 Sep 1997)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Sick Sinus Syndrome
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