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Published on: December 16, 2021
Cardiac manifestations of subarachnoid hemorrhage
Réza Behrouz1, John T Sullebarger, Ali R Malek
1Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA 90027, USA. rbehrouzdo@gmail.com
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Subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) is a serious condition with high mortality. This article reviews the common cardiac complications associated with SAH that affect patient outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Cardiology
- Critical Care Medicine
Background:
- Subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) is a critical neurological emergency.
- SAH is associated with high mortality rates and significant neurological deficits.
- Medical complications, particularly cardiac manifestations, are frequent in SAH patients.
Purpose of the Study:
- To discuss the spectrum of cardiac manifestations following subarachnoid hemorrhage.
- To highlight the impact of cardiac complications on SAH patient morbidity and mortality.
Main Methods:
- This article provides a review of existing literature on cardiac manifestations in SAH.
- Synthesis of information regarding the pathophysiology and clinical presentation of cardiac issues post-SAH.
Main Results:
- Cardiac complications are common in patients with subarachnoid hemorrhage.
- These cardiac issues significantly influence the overall prognosis and survival rates of SAH patients.
Conclusions:
- Understanding and managing cardiac manifestations is crucial for improving outcomes in subarachnoid hemorrhage.
- Early recognition and treatment of cardiac complications can mitigate mortality and morbidity in SAH.
Abstract:
Subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) is a devastating condition. It carries a high mortality rate, with 12% of patients dying before reaching the hospital. Aside from its neurological morbidities, SAH is associated with significant medical complications. Cardiac manifestations are common and can impact morbidity and mortality in SAH patients. This article will discuss the cardiac manifestations of SAH.

