[Abnormal findings of the vestibular autorotation test and vestibulo-ocular reflex suppression test and their associations with clinical characteristics in vestibular migraine of childhood and recurrent vertigo of childhood].

This study examined children with vestibular migraine and recurrent vertigo. Researchers looked at how well the vestibular autorotation test (VAT) and vestibulo-ocular reflex (VOR) suppression test worked. They included 78 children aged 4-17 years, with 44 boys and 34 girls. The children were diagnosed with vestibular migraine of childhood (VMC), probable VMC (PVMC), or recurrent vertigo of childhood (RVC). The researchers wanted to see if test results related to clinical features. They also aimed to determine if these tests could differentiate between VMC/PVMC and RVC. The study used statistical methods to analyze the data collected from the tests. Results showed different abnormality rates, which could help in understanding these conditions better. This research may guide future diagnostic and treatment approaches for children experiencing these types of migraines and vertigo. Clinical relevance: This research highlights the importance of specific tests in diagnosing vestibular migraine and recurrent vertigo in children, potentially leading to better-targeted treatments.