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Dix-Hallpike test |
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Dix-Hallpike test [hôl′pīk] a method for evaluating the function of the vestibule of the ear in patients with vertigo or hearing loss. The patient's position is quickly changed from sitting to lying down with the neck hyperextended, and then returned to sitting. Nystagmus can then be evaluated, and specific disorders of the vestibule may be diagnosed. See also caloric test, electronystagmography, nystagmus. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Korres et al hypothesize, particles reverse to the posterior semicircular canal, we would detect benign positional nystagmus during the day-2 or day-7 control Dix-Hallpike maneuver. The 58 patients underwent a follow-up Dix-Hallpike maneuver 48 hours later, and all responded well; there were no episodes of nystagmus, vertigo, or a falling sensation. We acknowledge that our assessment of outcomes was subjective and that we did not perform a posttreatment Dix-Hallpike maneuver to ascertain results objectively. |
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