Transient loss of consciousness

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When a person has a transient loss of consciousness, it's important to determine the underlying cause. The most common causes are:

Syncope
- Cardiac syncope
- Reflex syncope
  - Vasovagal syncope
  - Carotid sinus syndrome
- Orthostatic syncope
Epileptic seizures
Head trauma
Psychogenic conditions that cause TLOC

When a patient presents with TLOC it’s important to determine the cause.