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Rheopheresis for sudden hearing loss (SHL).

M Valbonesi1, F Mora, R Mora

  • 1Department of Immunohematology, San Martino University Hospital, Genova, Italy. mauro.valbonesi@hsanmartino.liguria.it

The International Journal of Artificial Organs
|November 4, 2004
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Rheopheresis treatment effectively manages sudden hearing loss by improving microcirculation. This innovative approach led to significant hearing recovery in 90% of patients after just two sessions.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiovascular Medicine
  • Otolaryngology
  • Nephrology

Background:

  • Sudden hearing loss affects 20/100,000 individuals annually, significantly impacting quality of life.
  • Pathophysiology involves microcirculation hypoperfusion, often linked to vascular, coagulation, inflammatory, and dysimmune factors.
  • Endothelial dysfunction and inadequate nitric oxide (NO) release contribute to the condition.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy of Rheopheresis in treating sudden hearing loss.
  • To explore Rheopheresis as a novel therapeutic strategy for cochlear disorders.

Main Methods:

  • Rheopheresis, including cascade filtration, heparin-induced lipid precipitation, and plasma exchange, was employed.
  • Treatment involved a standardized protocol, typically requiring two sessions.

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  • Outcomes were assessed using pure tone audiometry.

    • Main Results:

    • Rheopheresis demonstrated satisfactory clinical results in managing sudden hearing loss.
    • 90% of the 60 treated patients experienced partial to complete hearing recovery.
    • Long-lasting benefits were observed after the short treatment course.

    Conclusions:

    • Rheopheresis is a promising and effective treatment for sudden hearing loss.
    • The procedure offers a viable option for improving microcirculation in cochlear disorders.
    • This approach yields high recovery rates and lasting improvements in hearing function.