Dizziness in the Elderly
Vertigo, unsteadiness, and other balance-related symptoms are common among older adults. These complaints should be taken seriously because they can lead to falls, injuries, loss of independence, and even death….
Is Superior Canal Dehiscence Congenital or Acquired? A Case Report and Review of the Literature
This article presents a detailed case report of a patient who was diagnosed with superior canal dehiscence at 37 years of age, but who had a suspicious history for that…
Evaluation of Dizziness in the Litigating Patient
Evaluation of dizziness in patients who are involved in litigation can deviate significantly from the evaluation of patients who have no ongoing litigation. This article presents the basic principles of…
Migraine-Associated Vertigo
This article presents a brief overview of migraine-associated vertigo for the practicing otolaryngologist. Discussion includes the definition of migraine-associated vertigo and its pathophysiology, clinical features, demographics, findings on physical examination, use…
Vestibular Neuritis
The epidemiology, diagnostic features, differential diagnosis, and treatment of vestibular neuritis are reviewed. The authors present considerations for physical examination, imaging, and management in both the acute and chronic phases…
Positional Vertigo: As Occurs Across All Age Groups
This article reviews the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of benign paroxysmal positional vertigo of the posterior and lateral semicircular canals and summarizes the evidence-based outcome data. The authors discuss this…
Head Injury and Blast Exposure: Vestibular Consequences
Young adults are more likely to suffer blast injury and traumatic brain injury (TBI) than other age groups. This article reviews the literature on the vestibular consequences of blast exposure and…
Dizziness and Vertigo in the Adolescent
The exact incidence of dizziness and vertigo during adolescence is not known. For those few adolescents who seek outpatient evaluation for these complaints, the majority are diagnosed with migraine headache….
The Predominant Forms of Vertigo in Children and Their Associated Findings on Balance Function Testing
This article reports vestibular laboratory findings from the most common disorders known to cause dizziness and vertigo in children. Specific information regarding migraine, trauma, benign paroxysmal vertigo of childhood, vestibular…
Assessment Techniques for Vestibular Evaluation in Pediatric Patients
In this article the author describes in detail the adaptation of adult vestibular testing techniques to the pediatric population. Assessment tools discussed include video-oculography (VOG), computerized rotary chair (CRC), computerized…
