Meniere's Disease
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Endolymphatic Duct Blockage as a Surgical Treatment Option for Ménière's Disease
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2023
Endolymphatic duct blockage is a relatively new surgical method for patients suffering from Ménière's disease. Following a regular mastoidectomy, the endolymphatic duct is identified and ligated using a regular titanium hemoclip. The effectiveness of this procedure is currently being assessed in a randomized trial.
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In Vivo Morphometric Analysis of Human Cranial Nerves Using Magnetic Resonance Imaging in Menière's Disease Ears and Normal Hearing Ears
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2018
To evaluate morphological changes of cranial nerves such as loss of neural structures or swelling of cranial nerves in Menière's Disease (MD) or in healthy persons in vivo, a protocol of evaluation has been developed using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Additional MRI-based confirmation of MD was performed.
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An Overview of Genetics and Disease
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2023
Many human diseases are associated with mutations or variations in genetic sequences. Some of these genetic variants are heritable, passed down from generation to generation, while others arise sporadically during an organism’s life and cause diseases such as cancer. Researchers are trying to identify and characterize these genetic alterations in the hopes of improving diagnosis and therapeutic options for patients.In this video, we will examine the history of genetic disease research, and...
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Parasite Induced Genetically Driven Autoimmune Chagas Heart Disease in the Chicken Model
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2012
The inoculation of Trypanosoma cruzi in fertile eggs prior to incubation renders the parasite kDNA minicircle integration in embryo cells genome. Crossbreeding reveals the vertical transfer of the mutations to progeny. The kDNA integrates into coding regions at several chromosomes and the chickens die with an inflammatory autoimmune heart disease.
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Assessment of Vascular Function in Patients With Chronic Kidney Disease
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2014
The degree of vascular dysfunction and contributing physiological mechanisms can be assessed in patients with chronic kidney disease by measuring brachial artery flow-mediated dilation, aortic pulse-wave velocity, and vascular endothelial cell protein expression.
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Excess or poorly regulated endolymph changes pressure within the cochlea and vestibular organs. Because these structures generate hearing and balance signals, altered pressure can disrupt both systems and produce the characteristic combination of auditory and vestibular symptoms. This mechanism helps explain why symptoms may fluctuate and why clinicians assess hearing and balance together rather than treating dizziness in isolation.
The disorder is associated with changing inner-ear fluid conditions rather than a continuously fixed signal abnormality. Variations in endolymphatic pressure can temporarily disturb cochlear and vestibular function, followed by partial recovery. This pattern helps account for recurrent vertigo and fluctuating sensorineural hearing loss, while also showing why a single symptom-free examination may not capture the full clinical history.
Diagnosis relies on combining the symptom pattern with objective testing rather than using one finding alone. Clinicians review recurrent vertigo, auditory changes, tinnitus, and ear pressure, then use hearing tests and vestibular assessment to evaluate affected functions. This combined approach helps separate the disorder from other medical causes that can produce dizziness, hearing loss, or both.
Evaluation begins with a detailed account of symptom episodes, including vertigo and changes in hearing or ear sensations. Hearing tests assess auditory function, while vestibular assessment examines balance-related dysfunction. Interpreting these findings together supports diagnostic decisions and helps clinicians determine whether the presentation fits Meniere's disease or suggests another explanation for the symptoms.
Management can progress across several categories, depending on the clinical situation and treatment goals. Dietary and medication strategies may help reduce attacks, while rehabilitation addresses functional effects on balance. Injections or surgery may be considered as additional options. The overall aim is to reduce episode burden while preserving hearing and other affected functions.
Treatment planning considers that the disorder affects vestibular and auditory functions, which may not change in the same way over time. Clinicians therefore track attacks, hearing status, and balance-related function when selecting dietary, medication, rehabilitation, injection, or surgical options. This broader assessment supports decisions focused not only on symptom relief but also on preserving function.