Otosclerosis Flashcards

1
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Otosclerosis

A

replacement of normal bone tissue with spongey bone tissue

genetic condition

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2
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what bones are affected

A

stapes

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3
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signs

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20-40yrs

hearing loss

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4
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what type of inheritance is it

A

autosomal dominant

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5
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what can make the condition more prominent

A

pregnancy

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6
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management

A

hearing aid

surgery

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