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[Sudden deafness. Experience at our hospital]
J L Lacosta1, L Sánchez Galán, J C Infante
1Servicio de ORL, Hospital San Millán, Logroño.
Acta Otorrinolaringologica Espanola
|June 30, 1998
Summary
Sudden hearing loss treatment improved hearing in 47.6% of patients. Vertigo and delayed treatment negatively impacted hearing gain, highlighting the importance of timely intervention for sudden sensorineural hearing loss.
Area of Science:
- Otolaryngology
- Neurology
Context:
- Sudden hearing loss (SHL) is an otologic emergency.
- Prompt diagnosis and treatment are crucial for recovery.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of hemodilution, steroid, and vasodilator therapy for sudden hearing loss.
- To identify factors influencing hearing gain in SHL patients.
Summary:
- A retrospective study analyzed 60 patients with sudden hearing loss treated with hemodilution, steroids, and vasodilators.
- 47.6% experienced hearing gain up to 20 dB.
- Hearing gain was significantly reduced in patients with vertigo (p < 0.05).
Impact:
- Treatment demonstrated potential for hearing recovery in SHL.
- Vertigo and delayed treatment are associated with poorer outcomes.
- Early intervention is recommended for optimal sudden hearing loss management.