Electronystagmogram (ENG): Why It Is Done
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Why It Is Done
An electronystagmogram (ENG) is done to:
- Find where the problem is in the inner ear, brain, or nerves connecting them that is causing dizziness, vertigo, or a loss of balance.
- Find any damage to structures or nerves in the inner ear, brain, or nerves connecting them.
| Last updated: | July 29, 2008 |
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| Author: | Monica Rhodes |
| Reviewed By: | Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine, Colin Chalk, MD, CM, FRCPC - Neurology |
| Editors: | Maria Essig, Tracy Landauer |
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