Needs and supporting tools for primary care physicians to improve care of patients with vertigo and dizziness: a national survey.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The diagnostic workup and treatment decisions for vertigo or dizziness in primary care can be challenging due to the broad range of possible causes and limited time and expertise of physicians. This can lead to delays in treatment and unnecessary tests. We aimed to identify the unmet needs of primary care physicians (PCPs) and strategies to improve care for dizzy patients.

Materials and methods

An online survey was conducted among board-certified PCPs in Switzerland to explore needs in caring for dizzy patients and potential educational approaches.

Results

Based on responses from 152 participating PCPs, satisfaction and confidence were higher in diagnosing (82%) and treating (76%) acute dizziness compared to episodic/chronic cases (63 and 59%, respectively)

SUBMITTER: Mantokoudis G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10495563 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature