Cochleovestibular Phenotype in a Rare Genetic MED13L Mutation.
J Int Adv Otol
; 20(1): 85-88, 2024 Jan.
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ABSTRACT
The gene MED13 participates in transcription. The MED13L gene is a paralog of MED13 that is involved in developmental gene expression. Mutations in the gene have been shown to result in a heterogenous phenotype affecting several physiological systems. Hearing loss has been reported very rarely, and vestibular weakness has never been reported in the condition. In this report, we present a mutation of MED13L in c.1162A > T (p.Arg388Ter), where we detail and describe a cochleovestibular phenotype with objective vestibulometry for the first time. The child showed bilateral sloping sensorineural hearing loss, a bilateral vestibular weakness, and an inner ear vestibular structural abnormality on imaging. Early intervention with hearing aids and vestibular rehabilitation led to a favorable outcome in terms of speech, communication, and balance. We emphasize the importance of comprehensive audiovestibular assessment in children diagnosed with MED13L mutations for effective management of these children.
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Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Vestibule, Labyrinth
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Hearing Loss
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Hearing Loss, Sensorineural
Limits:
Child
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Humans
Language:
En
Journal:
J Int Adv Otol
Year:
2024
Type:
Article
Affiliation country:
United kingdom