Dr. Paul Friedman answers the question: 'What Is A Tilt Table Test?' — -- Question: What is a tilt table test, how does it help diagnose the cause of my fainting, and what does it mean if my tilt ...

THE HEAD-UPRIGHT TILT-TABLE (HUT) TEST IS USED primarily for the investigation of orthostatic symptoms. Although this test is frequently the gold standard for the evaluation of neurocardiogenic ...

This is a two-part unit on syncope and the value of tilt table testing. Part 1 discussed the physiology of syncope, the procedure of tilt table testing, and indications and contraindications for it.

AbstractAustin, J., Abdulla, A. (2008) Evaluating tilt table testing in syncope 1: the procedure. Nursing Times; 104: 20, 28–29.This is the first of a two-part unit on syncope and the value of tilt ...

History-taking and physical examination will usually indicate whether the fainting spell is syncopal or from another cause, and will allow for a precise diagnosis in about 40% of older patients. [7] ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Positional orthostatic tachycardia syndrome symptoms (eg, rapid heart rate, dizziness) occur when a person ...