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Hearing impairment in low birth weight children.

Kamal J Daghistani1, Tarek S Jamal, Siraj M Zakzouk

  • 1Department of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology, King AbdulAziz University Hospital, Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. kamaljd@hotmail.com

Saudi Medical Journal
|April 9, 2002
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Low birth weight children show a higher prevalence of hearing impairment. This study highlights the need for further research into risk factors for hearing loss in this vulnerable group.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Audiology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Hearing impairment affects child development.
  • Low birth weight is a known risk factor for various health issues.
  • Prevalence data in Saudi Arabia is limited.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the prevalence of hearing impairment in Saudi children.
  • To compare hearing impairment rates between normal and low birth weight groups.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional survey of 9,540 Saudi children under 15 years.
  • Data collected between September 1994 and May 1998.
  • Children categorized into low birth weight (<=2.5 kg) and normal birth weight (>2.5 kg) groups; hearing status assessed.

Main Results:

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  • Hearing impairment prevalence was significantly higher in low birth weight children (14.87%) compared to normal birth weight children (9.78%).
  • The findings indicate a substantial burden of hearing impairment in the low birth weight population.

Conclusions:

  • Low birth weight is associated with an increased risk of hearing impairment.
  • Further research is essential to identify specific risk factors.
  • Early identification and intervention strategies are crucial for affected children.