Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo: Diagnostic Criteria Consensus Document of the Committee for the Classification of Vestibular Disorders of the Bárány Society

Michael Von Brevern
Pierre Bertholon
Thomas Brandt
Terry D. Fife, Barrow Neurological Institute
Takao Imai
Daniele Nuti
David Newman-Toker

Abstract

This article presents operational diagnostic criteria for benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), formulated by the Committee for Classification of Vestibular Disorders of the Bárány Society. The classification reflects current knowledge of clinical aspects and pathomechanisms of BPPV and includes both established and emerging syndromes of BPPV. It is anticipated that growing understanding of the disease will lead to further development of this classification.