Deafness, Autosomal Recessive 18b, also known as dfnb18b, is related to deafness, autosomal dominant 4b and peripheral vertigo. An important gene associated with Deafness, Autosomal Recessive 18b is OTOG (Otogelin), and among its related pathways/superpathways is Sensory processing of sound. Related phenotypes are sensorineural hearing impairment and vestibular hypofunction