Imaging of Pediatric Hearing Loss.

Authors :: Shekdar KV
Bilaniuk LT
Source :: Neuroimaging clinics of North America [Neuroimaging Clin N Am] 2019 Feb; Vol. 29 (1), pp. 103-115. Date of Electronic Publication: 2018 Oct 31.
Publication Year :: 2019
Abstract: Temporal bone high-resolution computed tomography (HRCT) and magnetic resonance (MR) imaging are valuable tools in the evaluation of pediatric hearing loss. Computed tomography is important in the evaluation of pediatric conductive hearing loss and is the imaging modality of choice for evaluation of osseous abnormalities. MR imaging is the modality of choice for evaluation of sensorineural hearing loss. A broad spectrum of imaging findings can be seen with hearing loss in children. HRCT and MR imaging provide complementary information and are often used in conjunction in the preoperative evaluation of pediatric candidates for cochlear implantation.<br /> (Copyright © 2018 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.)