The efficacy of steroids in the treatment of idiopathic sudden hearing loss: a double-blind clinical study
WR Wilson, FM Byl, N Laird - Archives of otolaryngology, 1980 - jamanetwork.com
• Double-blind studies were conducted for the treatment of idiopathic sudden hearing loss
(ISHL) with oral steroids. The condition was defined as not less than a 30-dB loss over three
contiguous frequencies in three days or less. Follow-up audiograms were obtained four
weeks and three months later. Specific audiologic guidelines for the assessment of hearing
recovery were used to ensure objectivity. Steroids had a statistically significant effect on the
recovery of hearing in patients with moderate hearing losses. The nature of the hearing loss …
(ISHL) with oral steroids. The condition was defined as not less than a 30-dB loss over three
contiguous frequencies in three days or less. Follow-up audiograms were obtained four
weeks and three months later. Specific audiologic guidelines for the assessment of hearing
recovery were used to ensure objectivity. Steroids had a statistically significant effect on the
recovery of hearing in patients with moderate hearing losses. The nature of the hearing loss …