Lost in the Labyrinth: Predicting Central Neurological Causes of Vertigo Dizziness and Unsteadiness in the Emergency Department. A Multicentre Cross-sectional Observational Study
Recruiting
Observational Study
ED With Vertigo
Dizziness
Unsteadiness
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
No Study Drug
Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
At a Glance
- Age
- 18 and older
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Observational
- Participants needed
- 825 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo di Pavia · Other
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About This Trial
This study will assess the sensitivity and specificity of the bedside examination algorithm performed by ED physicians. Finally, it aims to identify predictors of a central cause of the symptoms. This will consequently reduce the rate of misdiagnosis as well as the costs and length of stay due to inappropriate neuroimaging.
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Patients presenting at the ED with vertigo, dizziness or unsteadiness
* \>= 18 years of age
* Patients able to give their consent
Exclusion Criteria:
* Patients with dementia
* Bedridden patients (for causes other than the current symptoms)
* Patients with obvious neurologic…
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