Epidemiological and clinical differences in Meniere disease across European and East Asian populations

This narrative review focuses on the epidemiologic, clinical, and molecular aspects of Meniere disease, comparing studies from European and East Asian populations. Meniere disease is a complex, heterogeneous, chronic disorder of the human inner ear characterized by recurrent episodes of spontaneous vertigo, fluctuating sensorineural hearing loss, tinnitus, and aural fullness.The overall prevalence of Meniere disease...

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Audiologists and ENT clinicians should be cautious about applying European-derived diagnostic criteria and epidemiological norms to East Asian patients, as population-level differences in Meniere's disease presentation and genetics may warrant tailored approaches.

Understanding population-specific differences in Meniere's disease could refine diagnostic criteria and treatment protocols, reducing misdiagnosis in underrepresented groups.

1. 01Narrative review compares Meniere's disease across European and East Asian populations.
2. 02Differences identified in epidemiology, clinical features, and molecular/genetic characteristics.
3. 03Raises questions about the universal applicability of current diagnostic criteria.
4. 04No new primary data generated; findings are synthesis of existing literature.
5. 05Relevant to audiologists and otolaryngologists managing diverse patient populations.

PMID

42545183

DOI

10.1177/03000605261473157.

Journal

Journal of Internal Medicine

Publication type

review

Evidence level

5

Population

Patients with Meniere's disease from European and East Asian populations

Intervention

Comparative epidemiological and molecular review of Meniere's disease across two population groups

Comparator

European vs. East Asian populations