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Functional hearing loss.

E R Nilo, W H Saunders

    The Laryngoscope
    |April 1, 1976
    PubMed
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    Functional hearing loss is often overlooked but can be detected by audiologists. A modified audiometry approach effectively identifies most functional hearing loss cases without special tests.

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    Area of Science:

    • Audiology
    • Otolaryngology
    • Psychology

    Background:

    • Functional hearing loss (FHL) is a common yet frequently missed diagnosis.
    • Accurate identification requires specialized audiological expertise.
    • Patient behavior and referral source offer initial clues to potential FHL.

    Observation:

    • Careful observation of patient behavior during otologic and audiologic examinations is crucial.
    • Specific aspects of the basic audiometric examination can reveal discrepancies indicative of FHL.
    • Certain patient demographics or backgrounds may correlate with a higher prevalence of FHL.

    Findings:

    • A modified approach to conventional audiometry proves highly effective in detecting FHL.
    • This method allows for the identification of nearly all functional hearing loss cases.

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  • Specialized audiometric tests are often unnecessary when employing this modified technique.

    • Implications:

    • Improved diagnostic accuracy for functional hearing loss.
    • Enhanced clinical protocols for audiologists and otolaryngologists.
    • Potential for earlier intervention and management of FHL, improving patient outcomes.