Idiopathic sudden sensorineural hearing loss (SSNHL) is a common and serious condition that can impact hearing and cause symptoms like vertigo, with uncertain recovery outcomes.
This study involved 35 patients with SSNHL, assessing their hearing and vestibular function using audiometry, electronystagmography (ENG), and caloric tests, while administering standard treatments such as steroids.
Results showed that patients without vertigo had better recovery, and abnormal ENG and caloric test results correlated with poorer hearing outcomes, suggesting that testing vestibular function could predict recovery and improve patient counseling.