Diagnostic decision support system for single and multichannel bppv cases that works with nonphysiological feedback from patien

Abstract

Invention is a system that diagnoses the source of the problem in BPPV-induced vertigo patients by applying diagnostic maneuvers within the framework of a dynamic algorithm and getting feedback of voluntary non-physiologic signals from the patient. The system is developed specifically for BPPV patients exhibiting small amplitude nystagmus eye movements or patients exhibiting no nystagmus whatsoever. The system diagnoses BPPV cases by testing different diagnostic positions while getting voluntary feedback signals from the patient. Depending on the feedback received from the patient, the algorithm changes its algorithmic steps and guides the decision process toward a diagnosis. The system is intended to be used with repositioning chairs, as well as manual treatment methods on a stretcher.

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