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(S04.6) Injury of acoustic nerve
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16 059 in individuals diagnosis injury of acoustic nerve confirmed
Diagnosis injury of acoustic nerve is diagnosed Men are 30.58% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis injury of acoustic nerve
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Women receive the diagnosis injury of acoustic nerve
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease injury of acoustic nerve - Men aged 30-34 and Women aged 10-14
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-84
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 85-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 35-39, 85-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-34, 40-84
Disease Features injury of acoustic nerve
Absence or low individual and public risk
Injury of acoustic nerve - what does this mean
The acoustic nerve, also known as the vestibulocochlear nerve, is responsible for carrying sound and balance signals from the inner ear to the brain. injury to the acoustic nerve can occur from physical trauma, viral or bacterial infection, or exposure to loud noises. this can cause hearing loss, balance problems, and other symptoms.
What happens during the disease - injury of acoustic nerve
The injury of the acoustic nerve is caused by damage to the nerve fibers that transmit sound signals from the inner ear to the brain. this can be caused by physical trauma, such as a skull fracture, or by a viral or bacterial infection in the inner ear. other causes may include exposure to loud noise, tumors, or genetic disorders. in some cases, the cause of the injury cannot be determined.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Hearing test
- CT scan
- MRI scan
- Electronystagmography (ENG)
- Auditory brainstem response (ABR) test
- Blood tests
- Lumbar puncture (spinal tap)
- Genetic testing
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To restore function of the acoustic nerve
- Administering corticosteroid injections to reduce inflammation
- Surgery to remove the damaged part of the nerve
- Administration of medications to reduce nerve pain
- Physical therapy to improve balance and coordination
- Vestibular rehabilitation to reduce dizziness and vertigo
- Hearing aids to improve hearing
- Cochlear implants to restore hearing
9 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Injury of acoustic nerve - Prevention
The best way to prevent injury of the acoustic nerve is to avoid loud noises and use protective ear wear when exposed to loud sounds. additionally, regular hearing tests can help identify any issues with hearing that may indicate an injury to the acoustic nerve.