Syncopal episodes in a young amateur body builder.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
A 36 year old male weight training enthusiast suffered several syncopal episodes. An electrocardiogram confirmed atrial fibrillation with normal ventricular response. The patient admitted to taking anabolic steroids and bromocriptine. The atrial fibrillation was considered to be due to bromocriptine misuse.
Medical subject headings
- Bromocriptine
- Substance-Related Disorders
- Syncope
- Weight Lifting