Disorders of the Vestibular System

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Robert William Baloh, G. Michael Halmagyi
Oxford University Press, 1996 - 687 Seiten
An up-to-date, comprehensive review of disorders of the vestibular system authored by some of the most prominent experts in the field, this book covers basic vestibular mechanisms, clinical evaluation, common vestibular diseases, and treatment of vertigo. Part I reviews the anatomy and physiology of the vestibular system focusing on clinically relevant material. Part II analyzes specific details in the patient's history, examination, and laboratory evaluation pointing to the probable site of lesion and likely pathophysiology. Patient history is emphasized since it is the critical first step in understanding the patient's complaints. Part III covers the differential diagnosis and specific treatments of common neurologic disorders. A separate chapter surveys the common syndromes encountered in neurotology. Part IV discusses general principles of treatment relevant to all vestibular disorders. Designed primarily to help physicians who treat patients complaining of dizziness, this book is also a complete source of reference to practitioners in internal medicine, family practice, otolaryngology, neurology, head and neck surgery, and neurosurgery.

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How Does the Vestibular Part of the Inner Ear Work?
3
What Is the Vestibuloocular Reflex and Why Do We Need It?
12
How Does the Vestibuloocular Reflex Work?
20
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Robert W.BalohProfessor of NeurologyUniversity of California at Los Angeles.

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