Contralateral auditory stimulation and otoacoustic emissions: A review of basic data in humans
Abstract
Vestibular function is present at birth and is gradually modulated by developing central inhibitory influences, cerebellar control, visual development, and central vestibular adaptation until it reaches maturity at approximately 15years of age. Children do not commonly complain of dizziness or vestibular dysfunction; therefore, the diagnosis relies on careful questioning of the child (if applicable) and parents, targeted imaging/testing, and an astute clinician to synthesize findings into a cohesive diagnosis. Abnormal responses in children require clarification to distinguish whether the locus of the problem rests primarily with the vestibular system, the vestibular pathways, or with abnormalities in visual, motor, or proprioceptive systems that jointly contribute to the acquisition of motor milestones. With a careful history and appropriate vestibular and balance testing, it is frequently possible to identify the likely cause of the balance disorder, even in the most complex patients.
Publication Title
Dizziness and Vertigo Across the Lifespan
Recommended Citation
O’Reilly, R., Morlet, T., Grindle, C., Zwicky, E., & Field, E. (2018). Contralateral auditory stimulation and otoacoustic emissions: A review of basic data in humans. Dizziness and Vertigo Across the Lifespan, 31-45. https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-323-55136-6.00003-4
