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Recovery from OME-related phonologic delay following tube placement.
E P Paden1, M L Matthies, M A Novak
1University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign.
The Journal of Speech and Hearing Disorders
|February 1, 1989
Summary
Children with persistent otitis media with effusion (OME) and delayed phonology may benefit from early intervention. A predictive formula aids in identifying those needing phonologic support.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Audiology
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Otolaryngology
Background:
- Otitis media with effusion (OME) can impact speech development.
- Early identification of phonological delays is crucial for intervention.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify predictors of phonological development in children with OME.
- To assess the effectiveness of early intervention strategies.
Main Methods:
- Longitudinal study of children with OME and phonological delays.
- Phonological reassessment at 4-month intervals post-PE tube placement.
- Statistical analysis of phonological scores and time to OME remission.
Main Results:
- Two groups emerged: those who caught up by age 4 and those requiring intervention.
- Significant differences found in specific phonological error types (obstruent omission, velar deviation, stridency deletion).
- Time from OME diagnosis to remission was a significant predictor.
Conclusions:
- A predictive formula can identify children needing phonologic intervention early.
- Early intervention is key for children with OME and phonological delays.
- Phonological assessment and OME remission timelines are vital indicators.