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Semin Neurol 2016; 36(05): 433-441
DOI: 10.1055/s-0036-1585451
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Dizziness

Daniel R. Gold
1   Departments of Neurology, Ophthalmology, Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery, The Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland
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David S. Zee
2   Departments of Neurology, Ophthalmology, Neuroscience, Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery, The Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland
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23 September 2016 (online)

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Abstract

Dizziness and vertigo are among the most common symptoms to bring a patient to a neurologist. Because symptoms are often vague and imprecise, a systematic approach is essential. By categorizing vestibular disorders based on timing, triggers, and duration, as well as through focused oculomotor and vestibular examinations, the vast majority of neuro-otologic diagnoses can be made at the bedside. Here the authors discuss historical and examination pearls for the most common neuro-otologic disorders.

Keywords

vertigo - dizzy - neuro-otology - oculomotor - acute vestibular syndrome
 

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