Video Head Impulse Testing (vHIT) and the Assessment of Horizontal Semicircular Canal Function.
Journal Article (Journal Article)
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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Duke Authors
Cited Authors
- Riska, KM; Murnane, O; Akin, FW; Hall, C
Published Date
- May 2015
Published In
Volume / Issue
- 26 / 5
Start / End Page
- 518 - 523
PubMed ID
- 26055841
Electronic International Standard Serial Number (EISSN)
- 2157-3107
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
- 10.3766/jaaa.14083
Language
- eng
Conference Location
- United States