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1e3 Midlantic Technologies Group, Colmar, Pennsylvania.
Seminars in Hearing
|May 1, 2019
Summary
Ototoxic monitoring of hearing is crucial during treatments that may cause hearing loss. This review covers available tests, protocols, and strategies to improve patient experience and treatment outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Audiology
- Ototoxicology
- Pharmacology
Background:
- Drug therapies and medical treatments can negatively impact hearing.
- Early detection of hearing changes is vital for managing ototoxicity.
- Ototoxic monitoring aids in patient communication and expectation management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review subjective and objective audiological tests for monitoring hearing during treatment.
- To analyze published guidelines and protocols for ototoxic monitoring.
- To compare institutional protocols and discuss strategies for program efficiency.
Main Methods:
- Review of audiological tests (subjective and objective).
- Analysis of published ototoxic monitoring guidelines and protocols.
- Comparison of test protocols from various institutions.
Main Results:
- Identified key audiological tests for ototoxicity surveillance.
- Summarized criteria for significant changes in auditory function.
- Highlighted the importance of scheduling, test location, and patient comfort.
Conclusions:
- Effective ototoxic monitoring requires appropriate test selection and protocol adherence.
- Streamlining monitoring programs can reduce patient burden and improve adherence.
- Interdisciplinary communication between physicians and audiologists is essential.
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