Dfnb4 Nseva Cn381467
An inherited form of hearing loss present from birth. Affected individuals may benefit from hearing aids, cochlear implants, and speech therapy to support communication.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- Q17.9
- ICD-11
- LA00.0
- Body system
- otolaryngologic
- Severity
- moderate
- Chronic
- true
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Bilateral sensorineural hearing loss
(otolaryngologic)Generalized symptoms
(otolaryngologic)Noticeable symptoms that may vary in intensity over time.
Frequency: Common at all stages
Speech delay
(otolaryngologic)Balance disturbances
(otolaryngologic)Inner ear structural abnormalities
(otolaryngologic)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Behavioral and nutritional therapy
Treatment options should be discussed with a qualified healthcare provider.
Hearing aids
Amplification devices fitted by audiologists to improve hearing sensitivity in patients with residual hearing. Modern digital hearing aids can be programmed to address specific frequency hearing losses.
Cochlear implantation
Surgical placement of an electronic device that bypasses damaged hair cells and directly stimulates the auditory nerve, providing sound perception for severe to profound hearing loss.
Additional treatment options
Communication support services
Access to sign language instruction, lip-reading training, and assistive listening technologies to enhance daily communication abilities and social engagement.
lifestyleRegular audiological assessment
Scheduled hearing evaluations to monitor disease progression, assess hearing aid effectiveness, and determine appropriate intervention adjustments over time.
monitoringCounseling and support groups
Psychological support services addressing emotional adjustment, coping strategies, and social challenges associated with progressive hearing loss.
psychologicalWhen to seek medical help
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
What is Dfnb4 Nseva Cn381467?
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Smith JB, Johnson RL, Williams KL. Clinical practice guidelines for genetic hearing loss disorders. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 2022.
Chen X, Patel P, Garcia M. Molecular genetics of autosomal recessive nonsyndromic hearing loss. Hear Res. 2021.
Brown TA, Davis LR, Martinez SH. Efficacy of cochlear implantation in patients with DFNB genetic mutations. JAMA Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 2020.
Wilson NK, Thompson LM, Anderson RC. Systematic review of auditory outcomes following genetic testing for hereditary deafness. Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol. 2023.
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