What is another word for stokes-adams syndrome?
Pronunciation: [stˈə͡ʊksˈadəmz sˈɪndɹə͡ʊm] (IPA) 
Stokes-Adams syndrome is a rare condition that affects the heart's electrical conduction system. The syndrome is characterized by sudden and unexpected episodes of fainting or syncope, caused by a temporary disruption of the heart's normal rhythm. Alternative terms for Stokes-Adams syndrome include ventricular standstill, complete heart block, atrioventricular block, and Adams-Stokes disease. These synonyms all refer to the same condition, and are based on the names of the physicians who first identified and described the syndrome, William Stokes and Robert Adams. Treatment for Stokes-Adams syndrome may involve medication, implantation of a pacemaker, or other medical interventions aimed at restoring the normal rhythm of the heart.
