Letter to Editor for The Diagnostic Value of Neutrophil/Lymphocyte Ratio in Distinguishing Peripheral and Central Vertigo in Patients with Dizziness

Authors : Nedim Uzun

Pages : 200-202

Doi:10.26453/otjhs.1656078

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Publication Date : 2025-06-30

Article Type : Other Papers

Abstract :The study titled \\\"Diagnostic Value of Neutrophil/Lymphocyte Ratio in Distinguishing Peripheral and Central Vertigo in Patients with Dizziness\\\" explores the utility of the neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) as a diagnostic marker for differentiating central and peripheral vertigo. Findings reveal that NLR is significantly higher in central vertigo cases (median: 3.99 vs. 2.32; p<0.001), with a proposed cut-off value of 3.25. The retrospective study, involving 260 patients, highlights NLR\\\'s potential as a cost-effective, rapid diagnostic tool in emergency settings. However, its retrospective design and the need for validation across diverse populations suggest the necessity for further prospective research to confirm diagnostic accuracy and explore underlying mechanisms.
Keywords : Acil servis, ayırıcı tanı, baş dönmesi, nötrofil/lenfosit oranı

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