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  • Neurology
  • Cardiology
  • Adolescent Medicine

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  • Reflex syncope is a common cause of fainting, particularly in adolescents.
  • Specific triggers can precipitate syncope in susceptible individuals.
  • Stretch syncope is a rare variant of reflex syncope, often associated with specific physical activities.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a case of a 16-year-old female experiencing recurrent syncope.
  • To identify the trigger for the syncopal episodes as a specific stretching maneuver.
  • To review existing literature on stretch syncope in adolescents.

Main Methods:

  • Case report of a 16-year-old female with recurrent collapse.
  • Detailed history including provocative maneuvers.
  • Literature review of reported cases of stretch syncope.

Main Results:

  • The patient experienced recurrent episodes of loss of consciousness.
  • Syncope was consistently provoked by a maneuver combining breath holding and neck torsion.
  • Literature review identified similar cases, confirming stretch syncope as a rare entity.

Conclusions:

  • Stretch syncope is a rare form of reflex syncope.
  • Adolescents may be particularly susceptible to this condition.
  • Awareness of this trigger is crucial for diagnosis and management in affected individuals.