Journal of Forensic and Legal Medicine
Volume 16, Issue 2 , Pages 53-55, February 2009

A review of the otological aspects of whiplash injury

  • R.M.D. Tranter, FRCS FDS (Consultant Ear, Nose and Throat Surgeon, Director of Sussex Audiology Centre)web address
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  • J.R. Graham, MBBS MSc (Hospital Practitioner-Ear, Nose and Throat)

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ENT Department, Brighton and Sussex University Hospitals NHS Trust, Princess Royal Hospital, Lewes Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex RH16 4EX, United Kingdom

Received 23 July 2008; accepted 6 September 2008.

Abstract 

Approximately 10% of patients who have suffered with whiplash injury will develop otological symptoms such as tinnitus, deafness and vertigo. Some of these are purely subjective symptoms; nevertheless, for the majority there are specific tests that can be undertaken. These tests can quantify the extent and severity of the symptoms as well as provide guidance as to the correct rehabilitation pathway. This article reviews the body of literature relating to the otological aspects of whiplash injury and gives an overview for medical and legal professionals.

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PII: S1752-928X(08)00159-5

doi:10.1016/j.jflm.2008.09.001

Journal of Forensic and Legal Medicine
Volume 16, Issue 2 , Pages 53-55, February 2009

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