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Reversible sensorineural hearing loss.

C Lee1, P Robinson, J Chelladurai

  • 1Department of Otorhinolaryngology, William Harvey Hospital, Kennington Rd., Ashford, Kent, TN2 40LZ, UK. carline@doctors.org.uk

International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology
|November 22, 2002
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Carbon monoxide poisoning caused temporary hearing loss in a child, confirmed by audiograms and otoacoustic emissions. This highlights CO poisoning as a rare, reversible cause of sensorineural hearing loss.

Area of Science:

  • Otolaryngology
  • Toxicology
  • Pediatric Medicine

Background:

  • Sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL) can be temporary or permanent.
  • Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning is a recognized, though uncommon, cause of reversible SNHL.
  • Prompt diagnosis and management are crucial for potential recovery.

Observation:

  • A 6-year-old child presented with temporary sensorineural hearing loss.
  • Audiograms and objective otoacoustic emissions testing confirmed the hearing deficit.
  • The hearing loss was attributed to carbon monoxide exposure.

Findings:

  • Carbon monoxide poisoning can induce reversible sensorineural hearing loss.
  • Objective audiological tests like otoacoustic emissions are valuable for diagnosis.

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  • While often reversible, CO poisoning may result in permanent hearing deficits.

    • Implications:

    • Highlights the ototoxic effects of carbon monoxide.
    • Emphasizes the importance of considering CO poisoning in cases of unexplained SNHL in children.
    • Underscores the need for further research into mechanisms and long-term outcomes of CO-induced hearing loss.