Vestibular neuritis is one of the most common causes for dizziness/vertigo with an estimated incidence of 3.5-15.5/100,000 persons. Vestibular neuritis is presumed to be either a viral or vascular insult to the vestibulocochlear nerve or inner ear structures, resulting in symptoms of intense vertigo. The initial intense vertigo symptoms can last for hours to days in duration....
This is a clinical review suitable for refreshing knowledge on vestibular neuritis and labyrinthitis management, but it presents no new evidence that would require audiologists to change their current treatment or referral practices.
Vestibular neuritis and labyrinthitis are among the most common causes of acute dizziness seen in audiology and ENT settings, and clear clinical guidance on their management directly supports timely and appropriate patient care.
- 01Clinical overview covering vestibular neuritis and labyrinthitis etiology, incidence, and treatment.
- 02Presumed causes include viral infection and vascular (blood-flow) disruption.
- 03Covers standard treatment approaches without introducing new evidence.
- 04Relevant to audiologists and other clinicians managing patients with acute dizziness.
- 05No original research data or clinical trial results are presented.
Vestibular neuritis and labyrinthitis are presumed to have viral or vascular etiology.
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