Sudden deafness

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Although sudden deafness is common, its etiology and pathology are still hypothetical, and the efficiency of treatment remains questionable. The intention of this issue is to help clarify knowledge on the etiology, pathology and efficiency of the treatment of sudden deafness. Invited experts discuss the hypothetical etiology and pathology of sudden deafness and the treatment efficacy, and each article is followed by a discussion between these experts. They point out that no treatment has yet been proven efficient, that sudden deafness is not considered a therapeutic emergency, and that abstention of treatment represents a correct choice from an ethical point of view. This issue should prove interesting to any physician facing a serious clinical situation where no treatment exists.