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Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology
Medknow Publications on behalf of The Indian Association of Dermatologists, Venereologists and Leprologists (IADVL)
ISSN: 0378-6323
EISSN: 0378-6323
Vol. 70, No. 3, 2004, pp. 162-164
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Bioline Code: dv04052
Full paper language: English
Document type: Research Article
Document available free of charge
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Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology, Vol. 70, No. 3, 2004, pp. 162-164
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Study - Hypoacusis in vitiligo
Sharma Lata , Bhawan R, Jain RK
Abstract
BACKGROUND:
Vitiligo affects melanocytes in the skin. Since melanocytes are present in other organs as well, it is plausible that they may be similarly affected.
METHODS:
A comparative study of audiological functions was carried out in 180 patients of vitiligo and 60 non-vitiligo controls in the age group of 5-40 years.
RESULTS:
In vitiligo patients sensorineural hypoacusis of mild degree was found in 18, moderate in 13 and mild conductive hypoacusis in 3. In controls sensorineural hypoacusis of mild degree was found in only 2 cases.
CONCLUSION:
The difference between the two groups was statistically significant. Vitiligo patients have a higher prevalence of sensorineural hypoacusis.
Keywords
Audiological functions, hypoacusis, vitiligo
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