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Report of Two Cases

Abdul L. Chughtai, MD; Javad Yans, MD; Manmohanial Kwatra, MD

JAMA. 1977;237(21):2320-2321.

Abstract
In two cases of hyperactive carotid sinus with syncope, both patients had a history of syncopal attacks. Carotid sinus massage produced asystole lasting for four seconds with recurrent symptoms. Permanent demand pacemakers were implanted in both patients, causing a relief of symptoms.

(JAMA 237:2320-2321, 1977)

Author Affiliations
From the Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, Veterans Administration Hospital, Des Moines, Iowa.

Footnotes
Reprint requests to 1060 4th St, Des Moines, IA 50314 (Dr Chughtai).

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