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[Provoked acoustic emissions. Results in the newborn infant]
P Dolhen1, A Bougara, C Hennaux
1Service d'Oto-Rhino-Laryngologie, Hôpital Saint-Pierre, Bruxelles, Belgique.
Acta Oto-Rhino-Laryngologica Belgica
|January 1, 1989
Insights
The basal echo test, or Evoked Acoustic Emissions, effectively screens children for hearing issues. This technique is valuable for early detection of auditory problems in pediatric populations.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Audiology
- Otoacoustic Emissions
- Hearing Screening
Context:
- Early identification of hearing loss in children is crucial for development.
- Traditional hearing tests can be challenging in young children.
- Evoked acoustic emissions offer a non-invasive method for auditory assessment.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the utility of the basal echo test (Evoked Acoustic Emissions) as a screening tool for hearing impairments in children.
- To assess the effectiveness of Evoked Acoustic Emissions in a pediatric cohort.
- To discuss the diagnostic value of this technique in pediatric audiology.
Summary:
- Fifty-four children (104 ears) underwent screening using the basal echo test (Evoked Acoustic Emissions).
- The study examined the efficacy and practicality of this technique for identifying potential hearing deficits.
- Results indicate the basal echo test's potential as a reliable screening method.
Impact:
- Highlights the importance of Evoked Acoustic Emissions in pediatric hearing healthcare.
- Provides evidence for the basal echo test's role in early hearing loss detection.
- Contributes to improving audiological screening protocols for children.
Abstract:
Fifty-four children (104 ears) were examined by the basal echo test technique (Evoked acoustic emissions). The value as screening test is discussed.