Complete round window niche occlusion for superior semicircular canal dehiscence syndrome: a minimally invasive approach
Silverstein, H.; Van Ess, M.J.
Ear Nose and Throat Journal 88(8): 1042-1056
2009
ISSN/ISBN: 1942-7522 PMID: 19688714 Document Number: 634152
Superior semicircular canal dehiscence (SCD) syndrome is a recognized condition associated with varying degrees of vestibular and auditory dysfunction. The authors present a case study of disabling SCD syndrome in a 37-year-old man who was successfully treated with a complete round window niche occlusion via a transcanal approach. This case represents the first report of a transcanal complete round window niche occlusion for the treatment of SCD syndrome. A brief literature review and discussion of surgical techniques follow.