Digital biomarkers from gaze tests for classification of central and peripheral lesions in acute vestibular syndrome
In conclusion, these biomarkers simplify the diagnostic process for non-specialist clinicians, bridging the gap between emergency care and specialist evaluation, ultimately benefiting patients with AVS. (Source: Frontiers in Neurology)
Source: Frontiers in Neurology - March 26, 2024 Category: Neurology Source Type: research

The Effect of Rivaroxaban in the Complementary Therapy of Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss
CONCLUSION: According to the results of this study, although the percentage of hearing recovery was higher in the RXA group, in general, the results of the two treatments were not significantly different.PMID:38525395 | PMC:PMC10958720 | DOI:10.4103/abr.abr_143_23 (Source: Biomed Res)
Source: Biomed Res - March 25, 2024 Category: Research Authors: Mehrdad Rogha Ehsan Moshtaghi Source Type: research

The Effect of Rivaroxaban in the Complementary Therapy of Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss
CONCLUSION: According to the results of this study, although the percentage of hearing recovery was higher in the RXA group, in general, the results of the two treatments were not significantly different.PMID:38525395 | PMC:PMC10958720 | DOI:10.4103/abr.abr_143_23 (Source: Biomed Res)
Source: Biomed Res - March 25, 2024 Category: Research Authors: Mehrdad Rogha Ehsan Moshtaghi Source Type: research

Machine learning models help differentiate between causes of recurrent spontaneous vertigo
ConclusionsMachine learning models can accurately differentiate between VM and MD and are promising tools to assist diagnosis by medical practitioners with diverse levels of expertise and resources. (Source: Journal of Neurology)
Source: Journal of Neurology - March 23, 2024 Category: Neurology Source Type: research

Multimodal deep learning-based diagnostic model for BPPV
Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) is a prevalent form of vertigo that necessitates a skilled physician to diagnose by observing the nystagmus and vertigo resulting from specific changes in the patien... (Source: BMC Medical Informatics and Decision Making)
Source: BMC Medical Informatics and Decision Making - March 21, 2024 Category: Information Technology Authors: Hang Lu, Yuxing Mao, Jinsen Li and Lin Zhu Tags: Research Source Type: research

Comparison of the Degree of Handicap Between Different Types of Vestibular Disorders
AbstractVestibular  disorders have had a disabling effect because of the symptoms they cause. The aim of this study was to evaluate the degree of disability associated with vertigo in patients with different vestibular disorders using a handicap questionnaire and to investigate  the possible relationship between some factors with different types of vestibular disorders and vertigo-related handicap scores. 462 subjects aged 12–90 years old with symptoms of vertigo, dizziness, or imbalance were recruited from several public and private centers. After taking t he medica...
Source: Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery - March 20, 2024 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

A Study of Quality of Life Improvement in Videonystagmography Guided Epley ’s Manoeuvre in Posterior Canal Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo
AbstractTo assess Quality of life improvement in Videonystagmography guided Epley ’s Manoeuvre in posterior canal benign paroxysmal positional vertigo. The design of present study is cross-sectional analytical study. The study is conducted in the Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Sri Aurobindo Medical College and Post Graduate Institute, Indore in association with Sri Aurobind o Institute of speech and hearing, Indore. Current study done to assess the effectiveness of canalolith repositioning procedures (Epley’s maneuver) with and without drug therapy in posterior canal benign paroxsymal positional vertigo and to asse...
Source: Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery - March 19, 2024 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research

Effects of Baclofen on Central Paroxysmal Positional Downbeat Nystagmus
This study aims to elucidate the mechanism of central positional nystagmus (CPN) by determining the effects of baclofen on the intensity of paroxysmal positional downbeat nystagmus due to central lesions. Fifteen patients with paroxysmal downbeat CPN were subjected to manual straight head-hanging before administration of baclofen, while taking baclofen 30 mg per day for at least one week, and two weeks after discontinuation of baclofen. The maximum slow phase velocity (SPV) and time constant (TC) of the induced paroxysmal downbeat CPN were analyzed. The positional vertigo was evaluated using an 11-point numerical rating sc...
Source: Cerebellum - March 18, 2024 Category: Neuroscience Authors: So-Yeon Yun Jong-Hee Lee Hyo-Jung Kim Jeong-Yoon Choi Ji-Soo Kim Source Type: research

Neurological Illness and National Security
In 2016, a set of troubling neurological symptoms was reported through confidential channels by US government personnel based at the US Embassy in Havana, Cuba. As the number of cases in Havana escalated and then similar cases occurred over the next 5 years in other locations around the globe, efforts to understand this syndrome, now known as anomalous health incidents (AHIs), were hampered by their unusual features, incomplete information, nonstandardized clinical testing, delayed reporting, and the sensitive nature of the circumstances, individuals, and their work. A subset of individuals described the abrupt onset, some...
Source: JAMA - Journal of the American Medical Association - March 18, 2024 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research

Effects of Baclofen on Central Paroxysmal Positional Downbeat Nystagmus
This study aims to elucidate the mechanism of central positional nystagmus (CPN) by determining the effects of baclofen on the intensity of paroxysmal positional downbeat nystagmus due to central lesions. Fifteen patients with paroxysmal downbeat CPN were subjected to manual straight head-hanging before administration of baclofen, while taking baclofen 30  mg per day for at least one week, and two weeks after discontinuation of baclofen. The maximum slow phase velocity (SPV) and time constant (TC) of the induced paroxysmal downbeat CPN were analyzed. The positional vertigo was evaluated using an 11-point numerical rating ...
Source: The Cerebellum - March 18, 2024 Category: Neurology Source Type: research

Hearing loss in Takayasu's arteritis
CONCLUSIONS: Our study reveals an increased prevalence of hearing loss in TAK. Further research is crucial to uncover the underlying causes.PMID:38489315 | DOI:10.55563/clinexprheumatol/gtd2uv (Source: Clinical and Experimental Rheumatology)
Source: Clinical and Experimental Rheumatology - March 15, 2024 Category: Rheumatology Authors: Ugur Kimyon Emine Deniz G özen Ebru Karaman Elif Emel G ünay Sinem Nihal Esatoglu Ahmet Atas Emin Karaman Emire Seyahi Source Type: research