Early detection of sensorineural hearing loss in Muckle-Wells-syndrome

Conclusions: Early inner ear inflammation in MWS primarily affects the high frequencies, beyond the range of standard otologic assessment tools. The HF-PTA is a sensitive tool to detect imminent hearing loss and monitor treatment response.

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Source: Pediatric Rheumatology - November 4, 2015 Category: Rheumatology Authors: Jasmin Kuemmerle-DeschnerAssen KoitschevPascal TyrrellStefan PlontkeNorbert DeschnerSandra HansmannKatharina UmmenhoferPeter LohseChristiane KoitschevSusanne Benseler Source Type: research