Round and oval window reinforcement for the treatment of hyperacusis.
Am J Otolaryngol
; 36(2): 158-62, 2015.
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ABSTRACT
PURPOSE:
To present the outcomes of two patients (three ears) with hyperacusis treated with round and oval window reinforcement. MATERIALS ANDMETHODS:
Transcanal placement of temporalis fascia on the round window membrane and stapes footplate was performed. Loudness discomfort level testing was performed. Results of pre and post-operative hyperacusis questionnaires and audiometric testing were reviewed.RESULTS:
Two patients (three ears) underwent surgery. Results from the hyperacusis questionnaire improved by 21 and 13 points, respectively. Except for a mild loss in the high frequencies, no change in hearing was noted post-operatively. Both patients reported no negative effects from surgery, marked improvement in ability to tolerate noise, and would recommend the procedure to others. There were no complications.CONCLUSIONS:
Round and oval window reinforcement is a minimally invasive option for treating hyperacusis when usual medical therapies fail. Further studies are needed to evaluate the effectiveness of the procedure in reducing noise intolerance.
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Assunto principal:
Janela do Vestíbulo
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Qualidade de Vida
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Hiperacusia
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Janela da Cóclea
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Procedimentos Cirúrgicos Otológicos
Idioma:
En
Ano de publicação:
2015
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Article