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Prognostic factors in labyrinthectomy

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  29 June 2007

D. J. Willatt  and
M. W. Yung
D. J. Willatt*
Affiliation:
Liverpool
M. W. Yung
Affiliation:
Liverpool
*
D. J. Willatt, Deparment of Otorhinolaryngology, University of Liverpool, Royal Liverpool Hospital, Liverpool L69 3BX
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Abstract

Labyrinthectomy for unilateral Meniere's disease may be complicated by persistent unsteadiness post-operatively. The aim of this study is to identify the unfavourable factors in recovery following labyrinthectomy. Twenty-one patients gave a detailed history and underwent neuro-otological, opthalmic and cardiovascular examination, as well as psychological and psychiatric assessment. Sedentary occupations, external health locus of control, extraverted personality, and an anxious and/or depressed psychiatric state were associated with poor post-operative recovery. These factors therefore should be taken into consideration in the pre-operative assessment and post-operative rehabilitation of labyrinthectomy patients.

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The Journal of Laryngology & Otology , Volume 102 , Issue 9 , September 1988 , pp. 785 - 787
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Copyright © JLO (1984) Limited 1988

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