EBP Compendium: Summary of Systematic Review
Interpretation and Use of Caloric Testing
Gonçalves, D. U., Felipe, L., et al.
(2008).
Brazilian Journal of Otorhinolaryngology, 74(3), 440-446.
Indicators of Review Quality:
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The review addresses a clearly focused question
| No |
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Criteria for inclusion of studies are provided
| Yes |
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Search strategy is described in sufficient detail for replication
| No |
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Included studies are assessed for study quality
| No |
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Quality assessments are reproducible
| N/A |
Description: This is a review of published research investigating the use of caloric testing to assess vestibular function in individuals with balance disorders.
Question(s) Addressed:
Question not specifically stated.
Population: Not stated
Intervention/Assessment: Caloric testing
Number of Studies Included: 55
Years Included: 1905 - January 2006
Findings:
Conclusions:
- Assessment/Diagnosis
- Assessment Instruments
- Caloric Test
- The findings of this review suggest that there is conformity about what to expect from caloric testing. The authors conclude that "caloric testing remains the main test for evaluating peripheral vestibular function" (p. 445).
- The authors indicated that "modern technology has improved the test accuracy and sensitivity" (p. 445).
Keywords: Balance Disorders
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Added to Compendium: January 2012