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Video Head Impulse Testing (vHIT) and the Assessment of Horizontal Semicircular Canal Function

Authors: Riska, Kristal M; Murnane, Owen; Akin, Faith W; Hall, Courtney;

Video Head Impulse Testing (vHIT) and the Assessment of Horizontal Semicircular Canal Function

Abstract

Background:Vestibular function (specifically, horizontal semicircular canal function) can be assessed across a broad frequency range using several different techniques. The head impulse test is a qualitative test of horizontal semicircular canal function that can be completed at bedside. Recently, a new instrument (video head impulse test [vHIT]) has been developed to provide an objective assessment to the clinical test. Questions persist regarding how this test may be used in the overall vestibular test battery.Purpose:The purpose of this case report is to describe vestibular test results (vHIT, rotational testing, vestibular evoked myogenic potentials, and balance and gait performance) in an individual with a 100% unilateral caloric weakness who was asymptomatic for dizziness, vertigo or imbalance.Data Collection and/or Analysis:Comprehensive assessment was completed to evaluate vestibular function. Caloric irrigations, rotary chair testing, vHIT, and vestibular evoked myogenic potentials were completed.Results:A 100% left-sided unilateral caloric weakness was observed in an asymptomatic individual. vHIT produced normal gain with covert saccades.Conclusions:This case demonstrates the clinical usefulness of vHIT as a diagnostic tool and indicator of vestibular compensation and functional status.

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Adult, semicircular canal, Physical Therapy, video head impulse test, 150, 610, Vestibular Function Tests, vestibular testing, Vestibular Evoked Myogenic Potentials, Semicircular Canals, vestibular hypofunction, Rehabilitation and Therapy, Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology, Vestibular Diseases, case reports, 616, Humans, Female, Head Impulse Test

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