Clinical Practice Guidelines for Vestibular Function Testing

Title: Clinical Practice Guidelines for Vestibular Function Testing
Edition: Original
Classification: Standard guideline
Field: Diagnosis
Countries and regions: China
Guidelines users: The primary users of this guideline are practitioners and interpreters of vestibular function tests. This includes otolaryngologists, neurologists, and rehabilitation physicians working at various levels of medical institutions, as well as other medical professionals involved in the management of vestibular disorders. Additionally, teachers and students at medical schools, particularly those focusing on otolaryngology, neuroscience, and rehabilitation medicine education, are key users of this guideline. By using this guideline, they can access the latest scientific guidance and practical recommendations on vestibular function assessment, thereby enhancing the accuracy of clinical diagnoses and the effectiveness of treatments.
Evidence classification method: Level IV Evidence (Grade D),Descriptive studies based on expert opinions, case reports, or clinical experiences.
Development unit: Vestibular Medicine Committee of China Medicine Education Association
Registration time: 2024-08-14
Registration number: PREPARE-2024CN225
Purpose of the guideline: As diagnostic techniques for vestibular dysfunctions continue to advance and clinical demand increases, it is essential to systematically organize and standardize the implementation and interpretation of vestibular function tests. Currently, there are significant challenges in the application and standardization of vestibular diagnostic techniques in China. This guideline aims to provide a comprehensive set of clinical practice standards to guide physicians in the operation, interpretation, and clinical decision-making processes during vestibular function testing, ensuring the accuracy and scientific integrity of the examinations. Additionally, the guideline will promote the standardization of vestibular testing techniques, improve the quality of medical services, and offer patients more precise and systematic diagnostic and treatment services.