Introduction: Stenosis of the internal auditory meatus (IAM) is defined as equal or greater loss than 3-mm diameter vertica the same or even as a meatus dimensions with less than 2 mm. The most common clinical manifestation is hypoacusis, may submit tinnitus, and dizziness is associated. Audiometry is frequently a sensorineural hearing loss but the diagnosis is only confirmed for examination of image (CT and resonance) showing IAM-reduced caliber. Therapy used in most cases is cochlear implant or individuals sound amplification device (ISAD), aimed at the restoration of hearing functions of patients.
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Phonetics and Phonology Research
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FuenteInternational Archives of Otorhinolaryngology