[Severe sick sinus syndrome associated with a Werner's syndrome].

[werner syndrome]

A 39 -year -old woman was explored for recurrent syncopes . She was already known for a Werner 's syndrome with symptoms of aging disorders . The explorations revealed an episode of sinusal arrest . A pacemaker was implanted . This case emphasises the relation between Werner syndrome and the development of cardiovascular abnormalities . This pathology should be recalled in young patients with symptoms of aging disorders and cardiovascular abnormalities . Valvular abnormalities , myocardial infarction and stroke are the major complications of Werner 's syndrome . This case indicates that a sick sinus syndrome is a rare but possible complication of Werner 's syndrome .