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Area of Science:

  • Otolaryngology
  • Neurology
  • Vestibular System Disorders

Background:

  • Vertigo is a heterogeneous symptom managed by various medical specialists.
  • Conservative management is common for vertigo, but surgical options are vital for a subset of patients.
  • Surgical vestibular therapy is reserved for cases unresponsive to non-invasive treatments.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the evolution of surgical treatments for specific inner ear vertigo conditions.
  • To highlight recent advancements, including vestibular implants.
  • To emphasize the importance of patient selection and counseling in surgical decision-making.

Main Methods:

  • Review of surgical therapy development for hydropic inner ear diseases, Menière disease, dehiscence syndromes, perilymphatic fistulas, and benign paroxysmal vertigo.
  • Discussion of current indications for surgical vestibular therapy.
  • Introduction to emerging technologies like vestibular implants.

Main Results:

  • Surgical vestibular therapy remains indicated for carefully selected patients with persistent vertigo.
  • Successful outcomes depend on accurate diagnosis and appropriate patient selection for specific procedures.
  • Ablative surgeries effectively control vertigo but carry a significant risk of hearing loss.

Conclusions:

  • Surgical intervention for vertigo requires meticulous diagnosis and patient selection.
  • The decision-making process must weigh the benefits of vertigo control against the risks, particularly hearing preservation.
  • In-depth patient counseling is essential due to the invasiveness and potential risks of surgical procedures.