Traumatic Injuries of the Ear, SSNHL and Tinnitus

These flashcards cover the key concepts related to traumatic injuries of the ear, sudden sensorineural hearing loss (SSNHL), and tinnitus from the lecture notes.

Auricular hematomas can separate the __ from the cartilage leading to deformities.

perichondrium

Any type of pressure induced trauma is referred to as __.

Barotrauma

The __ maneuver is used by divers to open the Eustachian tubes suddenly.

Politzer

Caisson disease is also known as __ or decompression sickness.

the bends

A __ is an abnormal connection between the inner and middle ear, which can be found at different locations.

perilymphatic fistula

Diagnostic tests for perilymphatic fistula may include Hennebert's sign and __ phenomenon.

Tullio's

Temporal bone fractures can lead to hearing loss due to __ disruption or inner ear fracture.

ossicular chain

Sudden sensorineural hearing loss (SSNHL) is defined as a sudden onset of SNHL of __ dB or greater.

30

The highest incidence of SSNHL is found in individuals aged __ years old.

50-60

Tinnitus is defined as the perception of sound in the absence of __ stimuli.

external

Subjective tinnitus is primarily perceived by the __ only.

patient

Objective tinnitus can be detected by another person and is usually caused by __ sounds or vibrations.

internal

The most common treatment for idiopathic sudden sensorineural hearing loss (SSNHL) involves the use of __.

steroids

Over __ million people in the US are affected by tinnitus.

40

Tinnitus that is described as a ringing, buzzing, or hissing sound is known as __ tinnitus.

subjective

Medications such as __ can contribute to subjective tinnitus.

aspirin

The management strategies for tinnitus involve reassurance, __ of dietary stimulants, and therapies aimed at relieving anxiety.

avoidance

Benign intracranial hypertension is the most common cause of __ tinnitus.

pulsatile