BBB

Posted By TRACY on December 31, 1998 at 01:19:43:







A neurologist friend of mine intimated that a BBB (bundle branch block) could be part of a more generalized inflammatory process. Would you agree with this statement and if so, what testing, if any, would you recommend to determine the overall risk factor. The patient is a 33 yo w male, 30#'s overweight, non smoker/drinker. Pt. describes high stress factors in work and is very sedentary. He claims he does not exercise 2nd to severe fatigue (dx CFS in 1988 by ER doc seemingly based on lack of findings on routine serum labs)
Pt. has also c/o transient chest pain radiating to shoulders, neck and back over a period of 12 months. Pt's mood affect and sensorium are intact. No meds. Family history notable for cardiomyopathy.
BBB picked up on routine EKG
Your input is appreciated.
Thanks

Tracy