前庭神経切断術例の日常生活障害度
1996 年 55 巻 1 号 p. 33-37
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1996 年 55 巻 1 号 p. 33-37
Between 1990 and 1995, vestibular neurectomy was performed in 14 patients with Meniere disease or other peripheral vestibular disorders. Acute symptoms after neurectomy subsided within two weeks. Long term-results of vestibular neurectomy were evaluated from results of a questionnaire regarding handicaps in daily life. Responses were collected from 12 patients more than 2 years after the surgery. Physical or functional restrictions were reported by 8 to 16% of the patients. Psychological handicap was also reported by 8 to 16% of the patients. Questions regarding auditory function revealed the same tendency. However, 11 of 12 subjects indicated satisfaction with the results of vestibular neurectomy. Although this procedure is considered the most effective surgery for vertigo attack, a small percentage of patients felt some restrictions in daily life.
