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.

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