Ictal asystole with isolated syncope: A case report and literature review

We report a case of a previously healthy male who developed recurrent episodes of syncope with postictal confusion and was later diagnosed with temporal seizures. The patient was successfully treated with anticonvulsants and the placement of a cardiac pacemaker. In a systematic review of literature, we summarize the clinical characteristics of patients with ictal asystole and isolated syncope. Seizures should be considered in patients with syncope of uncertain etiology.

Source: Epilepsy and Behavior Case Reports - November 25, 2018 Category: Neurology Source Type: research