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Syndrome de déhiscence du canal semi-circulaire supérieur

Other title[Superior canal dehiscence syndrome]
Published inRevue médicale suisse, vol. 17, no. 753, p. 1701-1705
Publication date2021-10-06
First online date2021
Abstract

Superior canal dehiscence syndrome is due to a defect in the bone coverage of this canal. The presence of this « third window » alters the biomechanics of the inner ear and can induce cochleo-vestibular symptoms, most commonly bone conduction hyperacusis, autophony, pulsatile tinnitus, and pressure- or sound-induced vertigo. Although the etiology remains unknown, it could be congenital. Head trauma or a Valsalva maneuver may also trigger the symptoms. The diagnosis is based on the association of specific symptoms, a characteristic auditory and vestibular workup and the presence of a dehiscence on a high-resolution CT-scan. Management can be medical or surgical in selected cases.

Keywords
  • Humans
  • Semicircular Canal Dehiscence
Citation (ISO format)
DEFAGO, Bérénice et al. Syndrome de déhiscence du canal semi-circulaire supérieur. In: Revue médicale suisse, 2021, vol. 17, n° 753, p. 1701–1705.
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