Advances in imaging analysis of the inner ear in patients with Meniere's disease

Presence of endolymphatic hydrops is not necessarily the cause of symptoms related to Meniere's disease. Alteration of the BLB might lead to additional disturbances in ears with Meniere's disease and induce clinical symptoms. Disturbances of the lymph-capillary system in endolymphatic duct might induce audio-vestibular symptoms in ears without endolymphatic hydrops. Further development of MRI evaluation of inner ear conditions is desirable not only for accurate diagnosis and elucidation of the pathophysiology of the diseases, but also for early medical intervention to prevent their progression.