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Table 2 Inclusion and exclusion criteria

From: EMBalance - validation of a decision support system in the early diagnostic evaluation and management plan formulation of balance disorders in primary care: study protocol of a feasibility randomised controlled trial

Inclusion criteria

• Aged 18–90 years

• Capable of understanding the information provided

• Absence of dementia and/or uncontrolled psychiatric disorder

• Vertigo or chronic dizziness exacerbated by head movements (<12 months)

• Sub-acute presentation of dizziness (0–3 months) without presenting to emergency services

Exclusion criteria

• Aged <18 or >90 years

• Learning disabilities or dementia

• Uncontrolled psychiatric disorders

• Pregnant and breastfeeding women

• Incapable of or unwilling to give informed consent

• Acute vestibular disorders (<3 months) presented at accident and emergency services