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Stefan Carl Anton Hegemann1,2.
Abstract
This paper provides a new hypothetical explanation for the etiopathology and pathophysiology of Menière's Disease (MD), which to date remain unexplained, or incompletely understood. The suggested hypothesis will explain the close connection of MD and Migraine, the coexistence of endolymphatic hydrops (ELH) and Menière attacks and the signs of inflammation detected in the inner ears of MD patients. Although as yet unproven, the explanations provided appear highly plausible and could pave the way for the generation of the first animal model of MD - an invaluable asset for developing new treatment strategies. Furthermore, if proven correct, this hypothesis could redefine and also reset the actual name of Menière's Syndrome to Menière's Disease.Entities:
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Year: 2021 PMID: 33044205 DOI: 10.3233/VES-200716
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Vestib Res ISSN: 0957-4271 Impact factor: 2.435