superior semicircular canal dehiscence

Term ID

DOID:0080193

Synonyms

• canal dehiscence syndrome
• superior canal dehiscence
• superior canal syndrome
• superior semicircular canal dehiscence syndrome
• third mobile window syndrome

Definition

An inner ear disease characterized by dehiscence in the bone overlying the superior semicircular canal experience with symptoms of pressure or sound-induced vertigo, bone conduction hyperacusis, and pulsatile tinnitus. (4)

References

• ORDO:420402

Ontology

Human Disease   ( DOID:0080193 )