Preoperative steroids for hearing preservation cochlear implantation: A review

Jafri Kuthubutheen; Leah Smith; Euna Hwang; Vincent Lin

doi:10.1080/14670100.2016.1148319

Preoperative steroids for hearing preservation cochlear implantation: A review

Cochlear Implants Int. 2016;17(2):63-74. doi: 10.1080/14670100.2016.1148319. Epub 2016 Mar 16.

Authors

Jafri Kuthubutheen^{1

2}, Leah Smith¹, Euna Hwang¹, Vincent Lin¹

Affiliations

¹ a Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery , University of Toronto, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre , Ontario , Canada.
² b Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery , School of Surgery, University of Western Australia , Perth , Australia.

PMID: 26913646
DOI: 10.1080/14670100.2016.1148319

Abstract

Preoperative steroids have been shown to be beneficial in reducing the hearing loss associated with cochlear implantation. This review article discusses the mechanism of action, effects of differing routes of administration, and side effects of steroids administered to the inner ear. Studies on the role of preoperative steroids in animal and human studies are also examined and future directions for research in this area are discussed.

Publication types

Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
Review

MeSH terms

Administration, Topical
Animals
Cochlear Implantation / adverse effects*
Cochlear Implantation / methods
Ear, Inner / drug effects
Ear, Inner / surgery
Hearing / drug effects*
Hearing Loss / etiology
Hearing Loss / prevention & control*
Humans
Postoperative Complications / prevention & control*
Preoperative Care / methods*
Steroids / administration & dosage*
Tympanic Membrane

Substances

Steroids