A Case of Isolated Nodular Infarction Mimicking Vestibular Neuritis on the Contralateral Side
- Author:
Jun LEE
1
;
Kudamo SONG
;
In Kyu YU
;
Ho Yun LEE
Author Information
- Publication Type:Case Report
- Keywords: Vestibular neuritis; Brain infarction; Magnetic resonance imaging
- MeSH: Anticoagulants; Brain; Brain Infarction; Humans; Infarction; Magnetic Resonance Imaging; Vertigo; Vestibular Neuronitis
- From:Journal of Audiology & Otology 2019;23(3):167-172
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
- Abstract: Differentiating central vestibulopathy from more common vestibular disorders is crucial because it often necessitates different treatment strategies, and early detection can help to minimize potential complications. Isolated nodular infarct is one of the central brain lesions that can mimic peripheral vertigo. We present a case of isolated nodular infarct that had been misdiagnosed as vestibular neuritis on the contralateral side at the initial evaluation. The patient was successfully treated with anticoagulants and antihyperlipidemic agents. Clinicians should keep in mind that some causes of central vertigo mimic peripheral vestibulopathy at the early stage.
