Otolithic catastrophe of Tumarkin
In this class we review the clinical features of otolithic catastrophes of Tumarkin, the context in which they occur, how to recognize and manage them.
This material is intended for educational purposes only, and does not substitute for evaluation by a qualified medical professional.
We reviewed the literature so that you don't have to!
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