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tussive syncope (medicine)


tussive syncope
Fainting as a result of a coughing spell, caused by persistent increased intrathoracic pressure diminishing venous return to the heart, thus lowering cardiac output; most often occurs in heavy-set male smokers who have chronic bronchitis.

Synonym: Charcot's vertigo, laryngeal vertigo.