Overview Otic barotrauma (OBT) is traumatic injury of the middle ear and tympanic membrane resulting from a high-pressure differential existing between the middle ear and external environment. In common daily activities (e.g., driving to different elevations, air travel), individuals may…
Since the 20th century, the term “labyrinthine concussion” or “inner ear concussion” has been used to describe sensorineural hearing loss following head trauma in the absence of temporal bone fracture and is generally defined as head trauma resulting in sensorineural…
Introduction Temporal bone fractures (TBFs) present complex diagnostic and management challenges. Due to the large amount of force required to fracture the temporal bone, several other injuries may also be present. The severity and number injuries may result in incomplete…
Overview Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a major public health issue globally and in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) defines TBI as an insult (blow or bump to the head) or penetrating head injury affecting the…