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Neuro-rehabilitation Approach for Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss
Published on: January 25, 2016
Urgency in the Treatment of Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss
Thomas Kepler1, Shawn Flanagan2, Carl Hoegerl3,1
1Internal Medicine and Neurology, Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Lynchburg, USA.
Abstract:
Sudden sensorineural hearing loss (SSNHL) is considered an otolaryngologic emergency that must be treated within 72 hours. Failure to treat within that time frame typically results in permanent hearing loss. Here, we present a case of SSNHL confirmed by an audiogram that was treated as eustachian tube dysfunction. Aggressive management measures started at follow-up failed to improve the hearing loss. This case demonstrates the need for early recognition and ENT referral for SSNHL.

