ENT Flashcards
1
Q
what is the inheritance of branchial oto renal syndrome?
A
autosomal dominant
2
Q
risk factors for hearing loss
A
(A)ffected family member (B)ilirubin (C)ongenital infection (D)efects of ears/nose/throat (S)mall for GA <1500g Also: NICU > 2 days, parental concern
3
Q
What is the hearing test for newborns?
A
OAEs (no risk factors)
4
Q
what is the hearing test for babies with risk factors for hearing loss?
A
auditory brainstem response (ABRs) - will detect babies with normal cochlea hair cells but poor nerve response
5
Q
what is the most common genetic cause of sensorineural hearing loss?
A
mutation in connexin 26
6
Q
what is the most common non-genetic cause of SNHL?
A
congenital CMV
7
Q
secondary signs of OSA?
A
poor school performance, nocturnal enuresis, ADHD, FTT, daytime somnolence
8
Q
symptom of tracheomalacia
A
audible expiratory wheeze
