Diagnosis and treatment of vertigo and dizziness.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Vertigo is not a separate disease process, but a multisensory and sensorimotor syndrome with various etiologies and pathogeneses. It is among the commonest symptoms presented to doctors, with a lifetime prevalence of around 20% to 30%. Patients have often consulted multiple physicians before a diagnosis is made and therapy initiated.

Methods

Selective literature research and review of the guidelines of the German Neurological Society.

Results

A careful history remains the cornerstone of diagnosis. Once the correct diagnosis is made, specific and effective treatments are available for most peripheral, central, and psychogenic forms of dizziness. Treatment may include medication, physiotherapy, and psychotherapy; a few limited cases may require surgical tre

SUBMITTER: Strupp M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC2696792 | biostudies-literature | 2008 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature