This Journal feature begins with a case vignette highlighting a common clinical problem. Evidence supporting various strategies is then presented, followed by a review of formal guidelines, when they ...

Fainting, or passing out, is referred to medically as a syncopal episode or syncope. They’re typically triggered by a sudden, temporary drop in blood flow to the brain, leading to loss of ...

Episodes of transient loss of consciousness (TLOC) events pose diagnostic difficulties, as the causes are diverse, carry vastly different risks, and span various specialties. An inconsistent ...