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Hennebert’s Sign

Hennebert’s Sign

Hennebert’s sign is the induction of vertigo and nystagmus by pressure changes in the external auditory canal, such as when using pneumatic otoscopy or simply with tragal pressure. These findings are highly suggestive of the presence of a bony labyrinthine fistula. There may be a history of chronic otitis media.

 

Cross References

Nystagmus; Vertigo