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[Early hearing loss detection by otoemissions. Analysis of the results in 200 consecutive children reviewed]
V Pino Rivero1, D Sánchez García, M Rodríguez Carmona
1Hospital Campo Arañuelo - Navalmoral de la Mata, Cáceres. vicentepinorivero@terra.com
Insights
This study reviewed 200 children for early hearing loss identification. Children with suspected hearing loss after otoacoustic emissions testing require further auditory brainstem response testing within 3 months.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Audiology
- Otolaryngology
Context:
- Early identification of hearing loss is crucial for child development.
- A community-wide program for early hearing loss detection was established.
- This study examines the implementation of this program.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of an early hearing loss identification program.
- To assess the follow-up protocol for children with suspected hearing loss.
Summary:
- A retrospective analysis of 200 children undergoing hearing loss screening between November 2005 and April 2006.
- Otoacoustic emissions were used as the initial screening tool.
- Children with abnormal otoacoustic emissions results were referred for Auditory Brainstem Response (ABR) testing within three months.
Impact:
- Highlights the importance of timely audiological follow-up.
- Provides data on the screening and diagnostic pathway for pediatric hearing loss.
- Informs public health strategies for early detection of hearing impairment.
Abstract:
We present a retrospective study of 200 consecutive children explored in our hospital between november 2005 and april 2006, as a part of the protocole or program of early identification hearing loss stablished several years ago in our Comunity. In case of suspected hypoacusia after performing otoacoustic emissions, children must be sent to PEATC 3 months later.
