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Autonomic related vertigo.

Dennis G Pappas1

  • 1Pappas Ear Clinic, 2937 7th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35233, USA. pappas.ear@att.net

The Laryngoscope
|October 2, 2003
PubMed
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This study shows that some patients with vertigo have autonomic dysfunction. Treating autonomic issues improved their vertigo and related ear symptoms, suggesting a link between the two conditions.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Otolaryngology
  • Cardiology

Background:

  • Vestibular symptomatology can present similarly to other conditions.
  • Autonomic dysfunction is a complex condition affecting multiple bodily systems.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To establish clinical evidence linking vestibular symptoms with autonomic dysfunction.
  • To differentiate autonomic-related vertigo from other vertiginous conditions.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of 113 patients with spontaneous, rotational vertigo and autonomic dysfunction.
  • Analysis of vestibular, otologic, and autonomic symptoms, alongside audiology and orthostatic testing.
  • Evaluation of treatment response to autonomic management strategies.

Main Results:

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  • 85% of patients achieved vertigo control with autonomic treatment.
  • Significant improvements were noted in vertigo, tinnitus, and aural fullness.
  • Autonomic symptoms like palpitations and fatigue were prevalent; orthostatic intolerance was common.

Conclusions:

  • A subset of patients with vertigo exhibits signs of poor autonomic regulation.
  • Improving autonomic function through volume expansion can alleviate vertigo and otologic symptoms.
  • Findings suggest a significant autonomic influence on vertigo and ear-related symptoms.