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Initial results from the newborn hearing screening programme in Ireland.

A O'Connor1, P G O'Sullivan, L Behan

  • 1Department of Otolaryngology, South Infirmary Victoria University Hospital, Cork, Ireland, aoconnor@rcsi.ie.

Irish Journal of Medical Science
|March 5, 2013
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The HSE South neonatal hearing screening program successfully screened over 11,738 babies in its first year. The program identified 15 cases of permanent childhood hearing impairment (PCHI), with higher prevalence in NICU infants.

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Area of Science:

  • Audiology
  • Public Health
  • Neonatal Care

Background:

  • Neonatal hearing screening programs are crucial for early detection of hearing loss.
  • The Health Service Executive (HSE) South initiated Ireland's national neonatal hearing screening program in April 2011.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness and outcomes of the first 12 months of the HSE South's neonatal hearing screening program.
  • To determine the prevalence of permanent childhood hearing impairment (PCHI) in screened neonates.

Main Methods:

  • Screened 11,738 neonates within the first year.
  • Referred infants with abnormal screening results for diagnostic audiological assessment.
  • Monitored infants with risk factors for acquired hearing impairment.

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Main Results:

  • Screening coverage reached 99.2% of eligible infants, with a 0.2% decline rate.
  • 15 cases (1.3/1,000) of PCHI were identified.
  • Prevalence of PCHI was significantly higher in neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) infants (7.3/1,000) compared to well-baby populations (0.6/1,000).

Conclusions:

  • The neonatal hearing screening program achieved high coverage and identified PCHI cases effectively.
  • Risk factors, particularly NICU admission, are associated with a higher prevalence of PCHI.
  • Targeted follow-up is essential for detecting acquired hearing impairments.