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Cochlear neuromas

J P Leonetti1

  • 1Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Loyola University Medical Center, Maywood, Illinois 60153, USA.

The American Journal of Otology
|July 14, 1998
PubMed
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Unilateral cochlear neuromas often cause sensorineural hearing loss disproportionate to tumor size. Gadolinium-enhanced MRI aids in diagnosing these rare tumors in patients with hearing loss.

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Area of Science:

  • Otolaryngology
  • Neuroradiology
  • Neurosurgery

Background:

  • Cochlear neuromas are rare tumors affecting the auditory system.
  • Unilateral presentation can be challenging to diagnose.
  • Sensorineural hearing loss is a key symptom.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review clinicoradiographic findings in patients with unilateral cochlear neuromas.
  • To correlate imaging findings with audiological data.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective case review of 16 patients.
  • Standard audiometric and radiographic assessments.
  • Analysis of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) findings.

Main Results:

  • All 16 patients presented with unilateral cochlear neuromas.

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  • Sensorineural hearing loss was disproportionate to tumor size (< 8 mm).

    • Conclusions:

    • Gadolinium-enhanced MRI is valuable for identifying cochlear neuromas.
    • Imaging in axial and coronal planes aids diagnosis.
    • Useful in selected patients with unilateral sensorineural hearing loss.