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    • Medical Imaging

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    • Menière's disease is a common idiopathic inner ear and vestibular disorder characterized by endolymphatic hydrops (ELH).
    • The etiology and pathogenesis of ELH remain largely unresolved despite various animal models.
    • ELH can occur spontaneously or secondary to conditions like labyrinthitis or vestibular schwannoma.

    Purpose:

    • To review the current understanding of Menière's disease and endolymphatic hydrops.
    • To discuss advancements in diagnosis, including MRI and new functional tests.
    • To evaluate the efficacy of current therapeutic options for Menière's disease.

    Summary:

    • Recent MRI advancements allow visualization of endolymphatic hydrops (ELH), aiding diagnosis in complex cases.
    • New audiovestibular function tests offer indirect detection of ELH.
    • Evidence-based reviews indicate uncertainty regarding the efficacy of most treatments, with ablative therapies like intratympanic gentamicin being an exception.

    Impact:

    • Standardizing the terminology for Menière's disease is recommended, avoiding terms like "atypical" or "forme fruste."
    • Improved diagnostic capabilities may lead to earlier and more accurate identification of Menière's disease.
    • Further research is needed to clarify treatment efficacy beyond ablative methods for Menière's disease.