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Tilt-Table Test
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Definition
: A standard and widely accepted diagnostic test used to identify patients who have a vasodepressive and/or cardioinhibitory response as a cause of syncope. (From Braunwald, Heart Disease, 7th ed)
coordinate with HEAD-DOWN TILT if pertinent
Other names
Tilt Table Test; Test, Tilt-
Table