Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo: Diagnostic criteria Consensus document of the Committee for the Classification of Vestibular Disorders of the Bárány Society

Acta Otorrinolaringol Esp (Engl Ed). 2017 Nov-Dec;68(6):349-360. doi: 10.1016/j.otorri.2017.02.007. Epub 2017 Oct 19.
[Article in English, Spanish]

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.

Keywords: Criteria; Criterios; Diagnóstico; Nistagmo; Nystagmus, Diagnosis; Posicional; Positional; Vertigo; Vértigo.

Publication types

  • Consensus Development Conference
  • Practice Guideline

MeSH terms

  • Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo / diagnosis*
  • Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo / epidemiology
  • Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo / physiopathology
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Head Movements
  • Humans
  • Migraine Disorders / diagnosis
  • Nystagmus, Physiologic
  • Physical Examination / methods
  • Posture
  • Semicircular Canals / physiopathology
  • Vertigo / diagnosis
  • Vestibular Diseases / classification