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1Department of Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery, Oregon Health Sciences University, Portland, OR 97201-3098.
The International Tinnitus Journal
|January 1, 1997
Summary
Tinnitus masking, a treatment since 1976, was evaluated in a one-year study. Results show that tinnitus maskers and instruments are effective management tools for severe tinnitus patients.
Area of Science:
- Audiology
- Otolaryngology
- Neurosensory Science
Background:
- Masking has been a primary tinnitus treatment since 1976.
- Over 5,000 patients have received tinnitus treatment at Oregon Health Sciences University.
- This study evaluates the management of new tinnitus patients.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the effectiveness of tinnitus masking treatments.
- To analyze patient outcomes after one year of management.
- To evaluate the success of the tinnitus program at Oregon Health Sciences University.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of 373 tinnitus patients treated between January 1, 1992, and December 31, 1995.
- Patients were followed for one year post-treatment.
- Evaluation included recommendations for tinnitus maskers, tinnitus instruments, or masking tapes.
Main Results:
- 180 patients were recommended for tinnitus maskers or instruments.
- 83 patients were provided with masking tapes.
- The study discusses the outcomes of these management strategies.
Conclusions:
- Tinnitus masking remains a key treatment modality.
- The tinnitus program at Oregon Health Sciences University demonstrates success in managing patients.
- Further discussion on the results and overall program success is provided.
