Otoneurological disorders in head and neck injuries

Authors

  • Sónia Pereira Audiologista
  • Aida Sousa Audiologista, Professora Assistente Escola Superior Tecnologia da Saúde do Porto, Instituto Politécnico do Porto Faculdade Engenharia, Universidade do Porto, Portugal
  • Diamantino Helena Especialista em Otorrinolaringologia, Assistente Hospitalar, Centro Hospitalar Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.34631/sporl.77

Keywords:

Cranioencephalic trauma, temporal bone fractures, hearing loss, vertigo, tinnitus, facial paralysis

Abstract

Cranioencephalic Trauma is the leading cause of death and sequelae in politraumatic patients. Among the main causes are: car accidents, work accidents, physical aggression and falls. Approximately 4 -30% of head injuries involve the skull base and affects the temporal bone from 18 to 40%.

Objective: This study is intended to promote a wide knowledge about the causes and groups that constitute a higher risk of head and neck injuries, to quantify the occurrence of traumatic injuries and emphasize the otoneurological aspects that result from them.

Methods: Bibliographical survey from various sources of information such as the Internet, books and scientific journals.

Conclusion: The many auditory and vestibular consequences justify an early intervention by a multidisciplinary team that includes an Otolaryngologist and an Audiologist.

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How to Cite

Pereira, S., Sousa, A., & Helena, D. (2012). Otoneurological disorders in head and neck injuries. Portuguese Journal of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, 50(4), 339–343. https://doi.org/10.34631/sporl.77