Research in Vestibular Science

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Atypical Presentation of Acute Vestibular Syndrome with Ramsay Hunt Syndrome: Bong-Hui Kang, Yong-Woo Lee, Jae-Il Kim; Res Vestib Sci. 2020;19(1):16-21. Published online March 15, 2020; DOI: https://doi.org/10.21790/rvs.2020.19.1.16

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Abstract PDF: Ramsay Hunt syndrome is an acquired paralysis of the face specifically caused by a varicella-zoster virus infection in the facial nerve. Other cranial nerves including vestibulo-cochlear disturbance can be affected. Herein we reported a case of Ramsay Hunt syndrome with atypical vestibular syndrome. Although central vestibular signs including direction changing post head-shaking nystagmus or normal head impulse test are generally meaningful, clinicians need to be careful to interpret them because some findings can be observed not only in cases of central disorders but also in peripheral disorders. Clinical findings such as distinct ear pain and close observation of vesicles are important to diagnose Ramsay Hunt syndrome.

Original Article

Pseudo-Spontaneous Nystagmus and Head-Shaking Nystagmus in Horizontal Canal Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo: Yong Gook Shin, Ja Won Gu, Jin Wook Kang, Mee Hyun Song, Dae Bo Shim; Res Vestib Sci. 2017;16(4):129-134. Published online December 15, 2017; DOI: https://doi.org/10.21790/rvs.2017.16.4.129

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Objectives
The purpose of this study was to examine the clinical manifestations and significance of pseudo-spontaneous nystagmus (PSN) and head-shaking nystagmus (HSN) in horizontal canal benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (HC-BPPV). Methods: Two hundred fifty-two patients diagnosed as HC-BPPV were reviewed retrospectively. After excluding 55 patients with ipsilateral vestibular diseases, multiple canal BPPV, or those who were lost to follow-up, we analyzed the direction of PSN and HSN in patients with HC-BPPV. We also compared the clinical characteristics and treatment outcome between PSN-positive and PSN-negative groups. Results: Our study included 197 patients composed of 80 patients with geotropic HC-BPPV and 117 patients with apogeotropic HC-BPPV. PSN was observed in 13.7% patients and HSN was observed in 45.2%. The incidence of HSN was higher in apogeotropic HC-BPPV, while the proportion of PSN was not statistically significant between the two subtypes. There was no directional preponderance in geotropic HC-BPPV, while ipsilesional PSN and contralesional HSN showed higher incidence in apogeotropic HC-BPPV. The dizziness handicap inventory score in the PSN-positive group was higher than that in the PSN-negative group (p＜0.001), and the duration of symptom onset in the PSN-positive group was shorter than that in the PSN-negative group (p=0.047). However, there was no significant difference in the treatment outcome between the two groups. Conclusions: The incidence of HSN was higher than that of PSN in patients with apogeotropic HC-BPPV. Patients with HC-BPPV showing PSN demonstrated more severe initial symptoms and visited the hospital in a shorter period of time after the onset of symptoms.

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Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo: Diagnostic Criteria and Updated Practice Guideline in Diagnosis
Dae Bo Shim
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Case Report

Downbeat, Gaze-evoked and Perverted Head-shaking Nystagmus Associated with Dapsone Toxicity: Tae Woo Kim, Sun Young Oh, Ha Cheol Choi, Byoung Soo Shin, Man Wook Seo, Young Hyun Kim; Res Vestib Sci. 2009;8(2):161-163.

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Abstract PDF: Dapsone is an agent commonly used to treat leprosy and its most common adverse effect is a hemolytic anemia. We present a patient who showed transient downbeat, bilateral horizontal gaze-evoked nystagmus (GEN), and perverted head-shaking nystagmus after taking a large dose of dapsone. These oculomotor abnormalities are assumed to be a reversible vestibulocerebellar dysfunction caused by over-dose of dapsone.

Original Articles

Tilt Suppression of the Post-rotatory Nystagmus in Cerebellar Nodular Lesions: Sun Young Oh, Kwang Dong Choi, Jung Eun Kim, Ja Won Koo, Ji Soo Kim; J Korean Bal Soc. 2007;6(2):161-166.

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Abstract PDF: Background and Objectives: Head tilt at the end of step rotation about a vertical axis decreases the time constant (TC) of the post-rotatory nystagmus, which is known as tilt-suppression of the vestibulo-ocular reflex (VOR). Tilt suppression of the VOR is mediated by the cerebellar nodulus and ventral uvula and is eliminated after surgical ablation of those structures. However, studies on the tilt suppression of the VOR have been sparse in humans with cerebellar lesions. Materials and Methods: Five patients with circumscribed cerebellar lesions involving the nodulusor ventral uvula underwent recording of spontaneous and positional nystagmus, and the VOR. To evaluate tilt suppression of the VOR, the participants pitched their head forward at the end of step rotation about a vertical axis both in the clockwise and counter-clockwise directions. Results: The VOR gain was increased in a patient with infarction in the territory of the medial posterior inferior cerebellar artery while the gain of visually enhanced VOR was normal in all the patients. The time constants of perand post-rotatory nystagmus was increased in a patient with increased VOR gain and the tilt suppression of the post-rotatory nystagmus was impaired in two patients, either uni- or bilaterally. Spontaneous downbeat and central positional nystagmus were frequently accompanied. Conclusions: Nodular lesion may impair tilt suppression of the VOR. Measurement of tilt suppressive effect of the VOR may provide a valuable tool for evaluating the nodular dysfunction.

A Promotive Effect of Low Level Laser on Hair Cell Viability in Postnatal Organotypic Culture of Rat Utricles: Sun Young Oh, Kwang Dong Choi, Jae Moon Kim, Jei Kim, Seong Ho Park, Ji Soo Kim; J Korean Bal Soc. 2006;5(1):35-43.

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and Objectives: To culture and maintain mammalian hair cells is still a big challenge. In this study, long-term organotypic culture of rat utricular maculae was established to study vestibular hair cell. The effects of low level laser on hair cell viability in postnatal organotypic culture of rat utricles were investigated. Materials and Method: Uticular explants were prepared from postnatal 2 to 7 rats and cultured. To improve hair cell survival, the utricles were irradiated daily with low level laser. Whole-mount utricles were stained with FM1-43 which is known to be an efficient marker to identify live hair cells in cultured tissues. Such cells visualized directly through tissue culture dish with cover glass bottom by Confocal laser scanning microscope at specific time points.
Results
The explanted utricular hair cells were cultured for up to 31 days in in vitro culture system. In low level laser irradiation group, utricular hair cells were more survived at 24 DIV and 31 DIV.
Conclusion
These results suggest that low level laser promotes hair cell viability in utricular explants. Key Words : Organotypic culture, Low level laser, FM 1-43, Utricle

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