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Area of Science:

  • Vestibular neuroscience
  • Otolaryngology
  • Neurology

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  • Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) is a common vestibular disorder.
  • Theories of cupulolithiasis and canalith jam explain BPPV pathophysiology.
  • Distinguishing between these theories is crucial for effective treatment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the historical and pathophysiological theories of cupulolithiasis and canalith jam.
  • To clarify the mechanisms underlying benign paroxysmal positional vertigo.
  • To provide evidence-based recommendations for diagnosis and treatment.

Main Methods:

  • Comprehensive literature search of PubMed and Google Scholar.
  • Keywords included "cupulolithiasis," "apogeotropic benign," and "canalith jam."
  • Analysis of 187 unique full-text articles and inclusion of labyrinthine photographs of mouse utricles.

Main Results:

  • Freely moving otoconial masses explain over 98% of BPPV cases.
  • Evidence for persistent otoconial adherence to the cupula is lacking.
  • Canalith jam, not cupulolithiasis, explains prolonged apogeotropic nystagmus; periampullary canalithiasis explains self-limited nystagmus.

Conclusions:

  • Apogeotropic nystagmus is typically caused by mobile particles, not cupulolithiasis.
  • Caloric testing and imaging can help differentiate jam from cupulolithiasis.
  • Treatment should focus on clearing mobile particles, with canal plugging for refractory cases.