Research on hearing and balance - Current and future developments

Journal/Book: Volta Rev. 1999; 99: 3417 Volta Place NW, Washington, DC 20007, USA. Alexander Graham Bell Assoc For The Deaf. 29-42.

Abstract: A multitude of disease genes causing hearing impairment have been located in the human genome, as have genes responsible for the normal development of the ear. Sensory cells of the inner ear have been demonstrated to regenerate in fish, birds, and even mammals. Substantial progress has been made in the development of vaccines to prevent otitis media. Hearing aids are now programmable, and cochlear implants continue to be improved with new sound processing strategies. Great progress has occurred in rehabilitation of individuals with balance disorders through the use of physical therapy.

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Keyword(s): MULTICHANNEL COCHLEAR IMPLANTS; SERUM ANTIBODIES; MENIERES-DISEASE; CHILDREN; GENE; EXPRESSION; MUTATION; DEAFNESS; CELLS; AIDS

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