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[Hearing screening of newborns. Preliminary results]
I Courtmans1, V Mancilla, C Ligny
1Centre Comprendre et Parler, Bruxelles.
Insights
This study evaluated newborn hearing screening results from 2002 using otoacoustic emissions. Early detection of hearing loss is crucial for language development and social integration.
Area of Science:
- Audiology
- Pediatrics
- Public Health
Context:
- The Clinic Edith Cavell has conducted hearing screenings since 1976.
- Screening methods evolved from behavioral techniques to otoacoustic emissions in 2001.
- National Institutes of Health guidelines recommend universal newborn hearing screening.
Purpose:
- To present the results of hearing screenings conducted from February to December 2002.
- To compare these findings with existing literature on newborn hearing screening.
Summary:
- The study details hearing screening outcomes for newborns during a specific period in 2002.
- Otoacoustic emissions were the primary method used for testing.
- Data analysis focused on identifying hearing loss prevalence and comparing it to established benchmarks.
Impact:
- Highlights the importance of early hearing loss detection in infants.
- Emphasizes the role of timely intervention in improving language acquisition.
- Supports the necessity of universal newborn hearing screening programs for better educational and social outcomes.
Abstract:
Since 1976, an hearing screening is organized at the Clinic Edith Cavell. The testing was based on a behavioral technique of Veit-Bizaguet and, since 2001, the otoacoustic emissions are realised. The National Institutes of Health (1993) recommends universal newborn hearing screening of all newborns before 3 months of age and identification and treatment before 6 months of age. Indeed, detection of hearing loss and early intervention allow a better access to the language and consequently an easier schooling and social integration. This article shows the results of the screening from february at the end of December 2002. These data are compared with those of the literature.
