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In this chapter, we review only the fundamental structures associated with the vestibular system that may be concerned with vestibular evoked myogenic potentials (VEMPs). Although the cerebellum and cerebrum are also important for the vestibular system, we do not address them here, as their effects on VEMPs seem minimal.
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(2009). Overview of the Vestibular System. In: Vestibular Evoked Myogenic Potential. Springer, Tokyo. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-4-431-85908-6_2
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