Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) | Overview

The video tutorial explains Vertigo, focusing on Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV). It covers the causes of Vertigo, including mismatches in the vestibular, visual, and proprioceptive systems. The mechanism of BPPV involves the displacement of otoliths into semicircular canals, causing dizziness. The anatomy of the vestibular apparatus, including the cochlea, utricle, and saccule, is detailed. The function of hair cells in depolarization is explained, and diagnostic tests for BPPV are introduced.

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What differentiates BPPV from other vestibular disorders?