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Tests to Evaluate the Vestibular System

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Maintaining balance involves a complex interplay of the vestibular system, visual system (eyes and related anatomy), and proprioceptive system. Indeed, the etiology of “dizziness” can often be multifactorial and a challenging diagnosis. The thorough evaluation of a dizzy patient should always begin with a thorough history and physical exam, which are often sufficient to obtain a reasonable diagnosis explaining the patient’s symptoms [1]. However, although the majority of vestibular disorders may be elucidated from a thorough history and physical exam, appropriate vestibular tests can help refine the diagnosis and inform management decisions in specific situations. This chapter will focus on clinical and vestibular laboratory tests for the evaluation of the dizzy patient.

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Chern, A., Lustig, L. (2023). Tests to Evaluate the Vestibular System. In: Crane, B.T., Lustig, L., de Souza, C. (eds) Disorders of the Vestibular System. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-40524-2_3

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