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A Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo Triage Clinic
American Journal of Audiology
  • Kristal M. Riska, East Tennessee State University
  • Faith W. Akin, East Tennessee State University
  • Laura Williams, James H. Quillen VAMC
  • Stephanie B. Rouse, James H. Quillen VAMC
  • Owen D. Murnane, East Tennessee State University
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
12-12-2017
Description

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of triaging patients with motion-provoked dizziness into a benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) clinic.

Method: A retrospective chart review was performed of veterans who were tested and treated for BPPV in a triaged BPPV clinic and veterans who were tested and treated for BPPV in a traditional vestibular clinic.

Results: The BPPV triage clinic had a hit rate of 39%. On average, the triaged BPPV clinic reduced patient wait times by 23 days relative to the wait times for the traditional vestibular clinic while also reducing patient costs.

Conclusion: Triaging patients with BPPV is one method to improve access to evaluation and treatment and a mechanism for the effective use of clinic time and resources.

Citation Information
Kristal M. Riska, Faith W. Akin, Laura Williams, Stephanie B. Rouse, et al.. "A Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo Triage Clinic" American Journal of Audiology Vol. 26 Iss. 4 (2017) p. 481 - 485 ISSN: 1059-0889
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