Cortical Structure Abnormalities in Patients With Noise‐Induced Hearing Loss: A Surface‐Based Morphometry Study

On the basis of the SBM method, we have discovered alterations in cortical morphology within the auditory-visual network regions such as the parietal and occipital lobes in NIHL patients. These findings suggest that auditory deprivation may initiate the restructuring of the auditory-visual cortex, providing new insights into the underlying mechanisms of brain activity abnormalities in NIHL patients. This study not only offers a new perspective on exploring brain structural anomalies associated with NIHL but also enhances our understanding of the neurobiology of NIHL.