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Diagnostic Algorithm for Dizziness and Vertigo
Peripheral Vertigo:
 • Attacks: Sudden, severe, can last anywhere from seconds
Diagnostic Algorithm ... Peripheral Vertigo ... or supine roll test ... #Algorithm #differential ... #diagnosis #neurology
Causes of Facial Weakness - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm
Forehead Sparing = Central cause
  - Most commonly
Diagnosis Algorithm ... Most commonly stroke ... Forehead involved = Peripheral ... - Bilateral (2% ... #Causes #neurology
Hypernatremia Differential Diagnosis Algorithm - Diabetes Insipidus Workup

Step #1 - Consider the history
Step #2 - Assess
Hypernatremia Differential ... history Step #2 ... & desmopressin test ... Eric Strong @DrEricStrong ... #Sodium #nephrology
Preoperative Risk Evaluation

Major Pre-Op Questions:
1. Does the patient have any modifiable risk factors that could be
2. ... event, follow ACC algorithm ... determine if stress test ... - Aortic - Peripheral ... • <6mo since stroke
Evaluation of Recurrent Falls

Core Concept:
Maintaining an upright posture requires the integrated function of multiple systems.
Disruption in
hypotension 2. ... paroxysmal positional vertigo ... neuritis • Clues: Vertigo ... Examples: - Peripheral ... Falls #Diagnosis #Differential