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Combined laser-EGb 761 tinnitus therapy.

A Hahn1, I Sejna, K Stolbova

  • 1ENT Clinic, 3rd Medical Faculty, Charles University Prague, Prague, Czech Republic.

Acta Oto-Laryngologica. Supplementum
|October 27, 2001
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This study explored a new treatment for chronic tinnitus, combining EGb 761 and soft laser therapy. Over half of patients showed audiometric improvement, suggesting this combination therapy is a promising option for tinnitus management.

Area of Science:

  • Otolaryngology
  • Audiology
  • Therapeutic Modalities

Background:

  • Chronic tinnitus presents significant treatment challenges for otologists.
  • Existing therapies often yield suboptimal outcomes, necessitating novel approaches.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy of a combined therapy using EGb 761 and soft laser for chronic tinnitus.
  • To assess audiometric improvements in patients with long-standing tinnitus.

Main Methods:

  • 120 patients with an average tinnitus duration of 10 years were included.
  • Patients received EGb 761 for 3 weeks, followed by 10 sessions of 10-minute soft laser therapy.
  • Audiometric assessments included pure-tone, speech, and objective audiometry; tinnitus intensity and frequency were also measured.

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Main Results:

  • Audiometric improvement in tinnitus was observed in 50.8% of patients.
  • Improvements ranged from 10 dB to 50 dB, with specific patient counts for each level of reduction.
  • The combination therapy demonstrated a measurable impact on tinnitus severity.

Conclusions:

  • The combined use of EGb 761 and soft laser therapy shows potential as an effective treatment for chronic tinnitus.
  • This therapeutic approach offers a viable option for improving tinnitus symptoms and patient outcomes.