Audiological Test Outcomes In Goldenhar Syndrome- A Case Study

Research Article
Suryakant Yadav., Chandra Shekhar Tiwari., Imteyaz Alli and Preeti Sahu
DOI: 
http://dx.doi.org/10.24327/ijrsr.2017.0812.1312
Subject: 
science
KeyWords: 
Craniofacial anomalies, Otoacoustic emission, auditory brainstem response audiometry.
Abstract: 

Goldenhar syndrome (GS) is a rare congenital disease present since birth. Craniofacial anomalies affecting head and face have been seen in this syndrome which also indicates the probability of presence of hearing loss. Goldenhar syndrome was diagnosed based on the sign and symptoms of the child. Audiological tests include both subjectively and objectively. Two consecutive audiological evaluations were carried out over time. Results indicate the child is having auditory neuropathy/auditory dys-synchrony in both ears. Involvement of audiologist and proper follow up programs with other professionals like pediatricians, ophthalmologist, physiotherapist etc. is must to provide better service to the client