Conclusions
Identifying clinical risk factors for recurrent and persistent BPPV is important when counselling patients after they are given a diagnosis. This study showed that there is a positive relationship between age and recurrent BPPV. On the contrary, persistent or recurrent BPPV were not associated with socioeconomic indicators of health status. Given its high prevalence and impact on quality of life and health services, further research is needed to identify methods to help patients who are prone to recurrent and persistent BPPV.
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