otosclerosis

• Erbliche Erkrankung mit abnormer Knochenneubildung im Mittelohr, besonders im Labyrinth, die zu Tinnitus und fortschreitendem Hörverlust führen kann.

A hereditary disorder characterized by abnormal bone growth in the middle ear, specifically affecting the labyrinth, which can lead to tinnitus and progressive hearing loss.

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   A hereditary condition where abnormal bone growth in the middle ear causes the stapes bone to become fixed, leading to progressive hearing loss and sometimes tinnitus.

   Hörstörung

   • Otosclerosis typically affects both ears and worsens over time.
   • The patient was diagnosed with otosclerosis after experiencing gradual hearing loss.
   • Surgery can sometimes correct hearing loss caused by otosclerosis.