Hearing improvement in attacks of Meniere's disease treated with pressure chamber

A method to reduce endolymphatic pressure by exposing patients with Meniere's disease to underpressure has earlier been described. In this work the possible mechanisms are discussed. A material of 36 patients with acute attacks, treated in this way, is now presented. 15 out of these patients experienced a rapid hearing improvement. In 11 cases the remission has lasted for more than 1 year. The method seems to be of great value for those who improved, since at least an early permanent damage to the cochlea can be avoided.