2006, Number 3
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Arch Med Fam 2006; 8 (3)
Tinnitus: Clinical Guidelines in Primary Care
Sáez- Jiménez R, Herráiz-Puchol C
Language: Spanish
References: 17
Page: 191-196
PDF size: 101.95 Kb.
ABSTRACT
The objective of this review was to update knowledge concerning the symptoms of tinnitus, its pathophysiology, its mechanisms of generation and chronification, and possible approaches for its treatment. Involvement of the Family Physician in the management of tinnitus is described.
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