Influence of Reference Electrode Position on the Recording of Ocular Vestibular Evoked Myogenic Potentials

Otol Neurotol. 2026 Feb 1;47(2):e391-e399. doi: 10.1097/MAO.0000000000004722. Epub 2026 Jan 9.

Abstract

Objective: Brief, clear statement of the main goals of the investigation.

Study design: Specify the type of study (e.g., randomized, prospective double-blind, retrospective case review).

Setting: E.g., primary care vs. tertiary referral center, ambulatory vs. hospital.

Patients: Primary eligibility criteria and key demographic features.

Interventions: Diagnostic, therapeutic, and/or rehabilitative.

Main outcome measures: The most essential criterion that addresses the study's central hypothesis.

Results: Include statistical measures as appropriate.

Conclusions: Include only those conclusions that are directly supported by data generated from the study.

Keywords: Bone-conducted vibration; Nasion electrode placement; Ocular vestibular evoked myogenic potentials; Reference electrode position; Vestibulo-ocular reflex.

MeSH terms

  • Electrodes
  • Humans
  • Retrospective Studies
  • Vestibular Evoked Myogenic Potentials* / physiology