CompletedNot Applicable

Nystagmus Assessment for Patients Consulting in the Emergency Department for Acute Vertigo

Canada120 participantsStarted 2022-01-15

Plain-language summary

This pilot study is perfomed to validate and document faisability of the use of Frenzel lens and the use of a diagnostic algorithm for the assessment of a special sign (nystagmus) observe in the eyes of patients consulting in the emergency department (ED) for an acute episode of vertigo/dizziness/imbalance.

Who can participate

Age range18 Years – 100 Years

SexALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * New episode of acute vertigo/dizziness/imbalance occuring during the 28 last days * Must be able to consent. Exclusion Criteria: * No traumatic context before symptoms onset * No intoxication context * Glycemia ≤ 3,0 mmol/L * Only one participation is permitted * Not able to speak adequately in French or English. * Reachable for 3 month follow-up

What they're measuring

Rate of Nystagmus detection per participant

Timeframe: Day 0

Trial details

NCT IDNCT05176015

SponsorCHU de Quebec-Universite Laval

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2025-02-10

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