A pacemaker for asystole in breath-holding spells

Two cases of young children with frequent severe breath-holding spells complicated by prolonged asystole and seizures are reported. A ventricular pacemaker was implanted in each child, and both have subsequently remained free of syncope, although they continue to exhibit breath-holding behaviour.

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Published in:Paediatrics & child health 2002-04, Vol.7 (4), p.251-254
Main Authors: Legge, Leah M, Kantoch, Michal J, Seshia, Shashi S, Soni, Reeni
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