What question did this study set out to answer?

To explore the significance of recurrent abdominal pain as a symptom linked to branchio-oto-renal syndrome in children with hearing loss.

April 3, 2026Journal of Medical Case Reports0 citationsOpen Access

Recurrent abdominal pain as a leading symptom for branchio-oto-renal syndrome: a case report

ASAlaa Senjab OAOmar Al Ayoubi GTGrace Tannous

Key Points

To explore the significance of recurrent abdominal pain as a symptom linked to branchio-oto-renal syndrome in children with hearing loss.
Analyzed a case of a child with recurrent abdominal pain and congenital hearing loss.
Conducted renal evaluation to assess potential syndromic diagnosis.
Provided genetic counseling based on findings.
The child with congenital hearing loss exhibited recurrent abdominal pain.
Renal evaluation confirmed a potential link to branchio-oto-renal syndrome.
Early screening and counseling led to improved understanding of the condition.

Abstract

In children with congenital hearing loss, recurrent abdominal/flank pain should prompt renal evaluation and consideration of syndromic diagnoses such as branchio-oto-renal syndrome. Early systemic screening and genetic counseling are advised.

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