@article{ref1,
title="The rationale and recommendations for inclusion of screening for benign paroxysmal positional vertigo in falls clinics",
journal="Journal of laryngology and otology",
year="2024",
author="Metz, Dean and Bryce, Kate",
volume="ePub",
number="ePub",
pages="ePub-ePub",
abstract="BACKGROUND: There have been many studies linking falls and benign paroxysmal positional vertigo. This article collates those studies, and demonstrates how a community falls service fast-tracked patients with benign paroxysmal positional vertigo by implementing validated screening tools and recognised guidance. <br><br>OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to explore whether routine screening of referrals to a community falls service can identify those with benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, for fast-tracked management. <br><br>METHODS: Patients referred to a community falls service were screened for possible benign paroxysmal positional vertigo using the Dizziness Handicap Inventory, and triaged to a physiotherapy-led falls and benign paroxysmal positional vertigo assessment service. <br><br>RESULTS: Twenty-five per cent of patients were fast-tracked to a falls and benign paroxysmal positional vertigo assessment service for management. The community falls service waiting list reduced by 25 per cent. <br><br>CONCLUSION: The data support incorporating assessment and treatment of benign paroxysmal positional vertigo into routine practice within all falls services.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="0022-2151",
doi="10.1017/S0022215123002049",
url="http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/S0022215123002049"
}