Applicability of the Dix-Hallpike test on benign paroxysmal positional vertigo: literature review

  • Silva G
  • Gomes J
  • Teixeira G
  • et al.
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Abstract

Objective; to analyze the applicability of the Dix-Hallpike maneuver on BPPV as a diagnostic method for the semicircular canals as well as its sensitivity. Methods: a literature review was performed using the following sourcing databases: LILACS, PubMed, SCIELO looking forpapers published in Portuguese, English and Spanish. The following searching strategy descriptors were used: vertigo, vestibular diseases and respiratory therapy techniques, being included publications between the years 2000 and 2017. Results: the results of the work were presented through a synoptic table and flowchart. Conclusion: There is still controversy regarding its sensitivity to the anterior and lateral canals, even if the maneuver, does not present sensitivity of 100%, its level of closeness provides security in the diagnosis of BPPV.

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Silva, G. A. da, Gomes, J. C., Teixeira, G. M., Santos, C. C. C. dos, & Santos, A. A. dos. (2019). Applicability of the Dix-Hallpike test on benign paroxysmal positional vertigo: literature review. Journal of Health & Biological Sciences, 7(3(Jul-Set)), 298–304. https://doi.org/10.12662/2317-3076jhbs.v7i3.2624.p298-304.2019

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