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Imaging Features of Systemic Sclerosis-Associated Interstitial Lung Disease
Published on: June 16, 2020
Hearing alterations in systemic sclerosis.
Marília Mendes Silva1, Roberto Paulo Correia de Araújo1, Fernando Antonio Glasner da Rocha Araujo2
1Instituto de Ciências da Saúde, Universidade Federal da Bahia - UFBA - Salvador (BA), Brasil.
Systemic sclerosis (SS) patients frequently experience hearing issues, with nearly half showing sensorineural hearing loss. Serial evaluations reveal that hearing loss often begins or worsens over time in individuals with SS.
Area of Science:
- Otorhinolaryngology
- Rheumatology
- Audiology
Background:
- Systemic sclerosis (SS) is an autoimmune disease affecting connective tissues.
- Hearing impairment is a potential complication of systemic sclerosis.
Purpose of the Study:
- To document hearing complaints and audiological alterations in patients with systemic sclerosis (SS).
- To track the development of audiological manifestations in SS patients over time.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study with a prospective phase was conducted from 2012 to 2015.
- Data collected included sociodemographics, disease onset/diagnosis, and subtype.
- Audiological anamnesis and evaluations, including serial audiometry, were performed.
Main Results:
- Fifty individuals with SS participated.
- Dizziness and tinnitus were the most common symptoms.
- Hearing loss, predominantly sensorineural, was identified in 46% of participants.
- Serial audiometry showed onset or progression of hearing loss, with a 10dB aggravation in most frequencies, especially higher ones.
Conclusions:
- A high prevalence of hearing complaints and alterations exists in individuals with SS.
- Serial audiological evaluations demonstrated the onset and/or progression of hearing loss in this cohort.

