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Caloric Tests  

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  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • Elicitation of a rotatory nystagmus by stimulating the semicircular canals with water or air which is above or below body temperature. In warm caloric stimulation a rotatory nystagmus is developed toward the side of the stimulated ear; in cold, away from the stimulated side. Absence of nystagmus indicates the labyrinth is not functioning.

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-JDKXMCXN-0

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