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Gastric volvulus, a rare stomach twisting condition, can mimic cardiac issues like supraventricular tachycardia. Prompt diagnosis is crucial to prevent life-threatening complications such as foregut obstruction and strangulation.

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  • Gastroenterology
  • Cardiology
  • Emergency Medicine

Background:

  • Gastric volvulus is a rare condition characterized by abnormal twisting of the stomach, potentially leading to acute or chronic symptoms.
  • Symptoms can be diverse, including nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and chest pain, often necessitating a broad differential diagnosis.

Observation:

  • A 73-year-old female presented with supraventricular tachycardia (SVT), nausea, and diarrhea, initially suggesting a cardiac event.
  • Emergency medical services noted a heart rate of 210 bpm. Imaging revealed a large hiatal hernia causing gastric displacement and volvulus.

Findings:

  • The gastric volvulus, secondary to a large hiatal hernia, exerted pressure on thoracic organs.
  • This anatomical abnormality was the underlying cause of the patient's cardiac arrhythmia, not a primary cardiac condition.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the importance of considering gastric volvulus in patients presenting with unexplained cardiac arrhythmias, especially in the absence of traditional cardiac risk factors.
  • Timely recognition and management of gastric volvulus are vital to prevent severe complications like foregut obstruction, strangulation, and potentially fatal arrhythmias.