An evidenced-based diagnostic tool for superior semicircular canal dehiscence syndrome.
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
10-1-2023
Publication Title
Journal of otology
Abstract
PURPOSE: To construct a symptoms-based prediction tool to assess the likelihood of superior canal dehiscence (SSCD) on high-resolution CT.
MATERIALS AND METHODS: Mathematical modeling was employed to predict radiologic evidence of SSCD at a tertiary neurotology referral center.
RESULTS: A total of 168 patients were included, of which 118 had imaging-confirmed SSCD. On univariate analysis significant predictors of SSCD presence were: sound/pressure-induced vertigo (
CONCLUSIONS: The likelihood of SSCD on CT scan can be determined with a high degree of certainty based on symptoms recorded at presentation. Using the evidenced-based diagnostic tool validated herein, a score ≥6 with any symptom combination justifies ordering a CT scan.
Volume
18
Issue
4
First Page
230
Last Page
234
Recommended Citation
Fritz CG, Casale GG, Kana LA, Hong RS. An evidenced-based diagnostic tool for superior semicircular canal dehiscence syndrome. J Otol. 2023 Oct;18(4):230-234. doi: 10.1016/j.joto.2023.09.006. Epub 2023 Sep 20. PMID: 37877067.
DOI
10.1016/j.joto.2023.09.006
ISSN
2524-1753
PubMed ID
37877067
