Isolated Saccular Hydrops on High-resolution MRI Is Associated With Full Spectrum Menière's Disease

Abstract

The full spectrum of MD may be associated with saccular hydrops. We propose that MD and DEH often begin in the saccule, and MRI may provide clues to the pathophysiology of MD. Saccular hydrops was present in one patient with SSNHL who did not develop vertigo spells until 3 years after MRI, indicating that saccular hydrops may be the first manifestation of MD or DEH.