Abstract
AIM: In light of many recent advances in the field of vasovagal syncope, a selective review has been undertaken of these developments. METHODS: Recent publications on the following topics were reviewed; understanding of vasovagal syncope pathophysiology, tilt-testing methodology and interpretation, drug, ablation and pacemaker therapy. RESULTS AND CONCLUSIONS: The vasovagal syncope field is very active in researching its pathophysiology, using it to gain better understanding of the process and applying this knowledge to therapy.