A Study of Etiopathogenesis of Different Vertigo Syndromes

Background: Dizziness or disturbed postural awareness is common presentation in varying age groups. Dizziness can be classified into various types like Rotatory Vertigo, Imbalance/disequilibrium, Pre syncope/Light headedness and Psychogenic. Classically, there are four vertigo syndromes which are most commonly accepted among Otolaryngologists. However, cervicogenic vertigo is missing from the list of these vertigo syndromes. This study aims to assess the etiological factors for vestibular and central vertigo and other non-vestibular forms of vertigo and dizziness.

Methodology: This will be a prospective observational study conducted in the Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Wardha. About 75 patients presenting with symptoms of dizziness, tinnitus with associated nausea vomiting in the out-patient department will be included in this study. Patients will undergo clinical examination including Special Clinical Tests for vertigo like Dix-Hall pike Manoeuvre, Tandem walking and Dysdiadokokinesis. Collected data will be fed to appropriate statistical programme and analysed.

Expected Results: Relevant data on different etiopathogenic causes of vertigo will be obtained.

Conclusion: Better understanding of the various etiologies of various vertigo syndromes, their associations in various age groups and systemic diseases help better treatment outcomes.