Abstract:Sudden deafness refers to the sudden occurrence of unexplained sensorineural hearing loss within 72 h. The hearing loss is greater than 20 dB in at least two adjacent frequencies,which is a common otologic emergency. In recent years, the incidence of sudden deafness is on the rise in China.However,large-scale epidemiological data are still lacking. The mortality rate of this disease is very low, but it seriously affects the quality of human life.The disease can even lead to lifelong disability. The pathogenesis of sudden deafness has not been completely clarified. It is of great significance for understanding and mastering the related factors affecting the development and prognosis of sudden deafness and for hearing recovery and prognosis assessment. In recent years, the proportion of sudden deafness patients with thyroid dysfunction has been increasing, which has gradually attracted people’s attention. This article reviews the research progress on the correlation between sudden deafness and thyroid function.