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  • Title: [Genetic deafness:the primary cause of sensorineural hearing loss in children].
    Author: Lina-Granade G, Morlé L, Alloisio N, Edery P, Plauchu H, Truy E, Disant F, Collet L.
    Journal: Arch Pediatr; 2001 Mar; 8(3):308-12. PubMed ID: 11270257.
    Abstract:
    Genetically-transferred hearing impairments account for more than 50% of cases of pediatric sensorineural hearing defects. Multiple clinical aspects are involved in genetic hearing impairment, including the involvement of other organs, genetic inheritance, and the degree and age at onset of hearing loss. Diagnosis relies on family history, on the systematic investigation of the symptomatology including an associated syndrome, and audiometry testing in parents and siblings. Analysis of the connexin 26 gene is also indicated, as it is frequently involved in this disorder. Further genetic analysis in affected families will aid in detecting other as yet unidentified genes responsible for hearing impairment.
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