Pharmacologic manipulation of the labyrinth with novel and traditional agents delivered to the inner ear. (Original Article).

Ear, Nose and Throat Journal | April 1, 2003| | Copyright

Abstract

We describe the methodology and rationale behind the delivery of therapeutic medicines to the inner ear. The inner ear has long been impervious to pharmacologic manipulation. This is most likely the result of a protective mechanism called the blood-labyrinth barrier, whose function closely resembles that of the blood-brain barrier. This protective barrier impedes the clinician's ability to treat inner ear diseases with systemically administered medications. Since 1935, otolaryngologists have attempted to manipulate the inner ear with transtympanically ...

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