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Area of Science:

  • Audiology
  • Gerontology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Untreated hearing impairment in older adults is linked to increased risks of dementia, depression, falls, and cognitive decline.
  • Adequate treatment, such as hearing aids, is often lacking for affected individuals.
  • The Mini-Audio-Test (MAT) is a tool designed to identify undiagnosed hearing loss.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the utility of the Mini-Audio-Test (MAT) for detecting hearing loss in a representative adult population.
  • To assess the feasibility of using the MAT as a screening tool in a general adult sample.

Main Methods:

  • A total of 123 subjects were investigated for hearing loss using the MAT in spring 2019.
  • Participants who screened positive were advised to consult an ENT physician for further diagnosis.
  • Data were collected anonymously and analyzed using descriptive statistics.

Main Results:

  • Out of 79 participants who agreed to the investigation (aged 18-93), 63 completed the MAT.
  • Twenty-two participants intended to seek further medical advice, but only one actually did.
  • The study indicated low engagement with follow-up diagnostics after a positive MAT result.

Conclusions:

  • The unspecific use of the MAT for general hearing loss screening appears unsuccessful.
  • A structured screening approach, integrated into regular physician consultations for individuals aged 50 and above, is suggested as more effective.
  • Increased public awareness regarding the risks associated with untreated hearing loss is necessary.