Korean J Audiol.  2011 Apr;15(1):41-43.

A Case of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Superior Semicircular Canal Dehiscence

• Son HL
• Park KH
• Park SN
• Yeo SW

Abstract

Semicircular canal dehiscence is a rare but well-described condition to be induced noise or straining. Patients with Superior semicircular canal dehiscence (SSCD) present with a wide variety of symptoms. Reported case is a 51-year-old woman who presented with intermittent vertigo and left-side aural fullness for one month after traffic accident. To establish the diagnosis, high resolution temporal bone CT scanning has been performed to demonstrate bone defect overlying superior semicircular canal, and vestibular auditory symptoms and signs are evaluated through vestibular function test and auditory examination. Cognitive behavior therapy, vestibular rehabilitation and vestibular suppressants are prescribed. Auditory symptoms and vertigo have been subsided. At the same time, Presented depression and anxiety have been improved after 3 month treatment and the quality of life of patient has been improved.

Keyword

Semicircular canal; Cognitive therapy

MeSH Terms

Accidents, Traffic
Anxiety
Cognitive Therapy
Depression
Female
Humans
Middle Aged
Noise
Quality of Life
Semicircular Canals
Sprains and Strains
Temporal Bone
Vertigo
Vestibular Function Tests