The Medical clinics of North America
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Med. Clin. North Am. · Jan 1999
ReviewRhinosinusitis. Current concepts in evaluation and management.
Sinusitis is one of the most common health complaints leading to a physician office visit in the United States. Recently standardized terminology with diagnostic parameters are outlined. Following this is a detailed discussion of the basics of relevant history and physical examinations, laboratory and radiology testing, the appropriate selection of pharmacotherapy, and the indications for surgical intervention.
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Dizziness is a complex and frustrating symptom of potentially numerous causes. The history and physical examination can elicit the category that best characterizes the dizziness: vertigo, presyncope, dysequilibrium, or lightheadedness. ⋯ Surgery for vertigo includes conservative and destructive procedures. Rehabilitation is often a useful adjunct in the treatment of many types of dizziness.