Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo in the Acute Care Setting

Authors

Terry D. Fife, Barrow Neurological InstituteFollow
Michael von Brevern

Department

neurology

Document Type

Article

Abstract

Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) is a common cause of vertigo characterized by brief episodes provoked by head movements. The first attack of BPPV usually occurs in bed or upon getting up. Because it often begins abruptly, it can be alarming and lead to emergency department evaluation. The episodes of spinning often last 10 to 20seconds, but may occasionally last as long as 1minute. There are several forms of BPPV. In nearly all cases, highly effective treatment can be offered to patients. This article reviews the current state of our understanding of this condition and its management.

Medical Subject Headings

neurology

Publication Date

2015

Publication Title

Neurologic Clinics

ISSN

0733-8619

Volume

33

Issue

3

First Page

601

Last Page

617

PubMed ID

26231274

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1016/j.ncl.2015.04.003

Recommended Citation

Fife, Terry D. and von Brevern, Michael, "Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo in the Acute Care Setting" (2015). Neurology. 74.
https://scholar.barrowneuro.org/neurology/74