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Part 2: PoTs Sub-Types (Neuropathic/Hyperadrenergic/Volume Dysregulation Etc…)

Published: 19 Aug 2020

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In this six-part video panel discussion, Prof Andrew Sharp meets with an expert panel to moderate discussion on the issues surrounding Postural Tachycardia Syndrome (PoTS) which is an abnormality of the automatic nervous system (dysautonomia) that results in abnormal heart rate increases upon standing or sitting.

Part two sees Prof Melvin Lobo (Barts BP Centre of Excellence, UK) discuss the various sub-types and mechanisms of PoTS with particular consideration of neuropathy, hyperadrenergic, and volume dysregulation.

Panellists Prof Lesley Kavi, (Birmingham City University, UK), Dr Nick Gall, (Kings College, London, UK) and Prof Andrew Sharp, (The University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff, UK) then discuss.

 

To view other videos in the series please click here.

For further information on PoTS, please visit PoTSUK.org.

The panellists have also written a helpful book on PoTS, available on Amazon.