Development of neurosensory structures in the human cochlea.
The present paper summarizes the main stages in the maturation of the cochlear neurosensory structures in humans. New trends in the field of the functional development of the cochlea, as well as some recent experimental data are also discussed.
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INSERM U. 254, Hôpital St. Charles, Montpellier, France.
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D002454:Cell Differentiation / Q000502:physiology*; D003051:Cochlea / Q000166:cytology*; D003056:Cochlear Nerve / Q000166:cytology; D004627:Embryonic Induction / Q000502:physiology; D005260:Female; D005865:Gestational Age; D006198:Hair Cells, Auditory / Q000166:cytology*; D006309:Hearing / Q000502:physiology; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D008854:Microscopy, Electron; D011247:Pregnancy