sick sinus syndrome

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sick sinus syndrome

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…of the sinus node (sick sinus syndrome) or the conducting system (heart block) can cause an abnormally slow rhythm of the heart; because blood supply to the brain is inadequate, severe disease can cause loss of consciousness. This occurs if there is no heartbeat for about six seconds.
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…of the sinus node (sick sinus syndrome) or the conducting system (heart block) can cause an abnormally slow rhythm of the heart; because blood supply to the brain is inadequate, severe disease can cause loss of consciousness. This occurs if there is no heartbeat for about six seconds.
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