CONCLUSIONS
The functional balance performance and otolith function of children with IEMs are more delayed than those of children with SNHL with normal cochlear anatomy. The otolith-vestibular nerve conduction pathway may be affected in CI, which may lead to otolith function impairment. It is necessary to adequately evaluate the children’s vestibular and balance functions before CI. Additionally, VEMPs, which are noninvasive and rapid tests, can be used to reflect the status and degree of otolith functional involvement in young children with SNHL.