Perilymphatic Fistula
Perilymphatic fistula is a condition in which fluid leaks out from the inner ear and causes hearing loss and disequilibrium or vertigo.
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Treatment for Perilymphatic Fistula
Treatment of this condition is controversial. Some advocate bed rest and time to allow the round window region to heal itself. Others advocate surgery to close the site of leakage.
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About Dr. Prasad
Dr. Sanjay Prasad MD FACS is a board certified physician and surgeon with over thirty-two years of sub-specialty experience in Otology, Neurotology, advanced head and neck oncologic surgery, and cranial base surgery. He is chief surgeon and founder of the private practice, Metropolitan NeuroEar Group, located in the metropolitan Washington D.C. area.