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Speech auditory brainstem response in audiological practice: a systematic review
Meliha Basoz Behmen1, Nilsu Guler1, Elif Kuru2
1Department of Audiology, Health Sciences Faculty, Bezmialem Vakif University, Istanbul, Turkey.
Summary
Speech Auditory Brainstem Response (Speech-ABR) objectively measures speech cues and has clinical applications for auditory processing disorders. This review evaluates its clinical availability, finding it effective for various conditions and populations.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Audiology
- Speech-Language Pathology
Background:
- Speech-ABR assesses the brainstem's processing of speech sound features.
- It comprises seven waves reflecting stimulus onset, transition, periodicity, and offset.
- Reflects temporal and spectral coding crucial for speech perception.
Approach:
- A comprehensive literature review was performed.
- Searches included major scientific databases (PubMed, Scopus, etc.).
- 60 clinical studies from the past 15 years were analyzed.
Key Points:
- Most Speech-ABR studies focus on children and young adults.
- Latency analysis is a common measurement technique.
- The /da/ syllable is the most frequently used stimulus.
Conclusions:
- Speech-ABR objectively quantifies speech cues vital for recognition.
- It serves as a biomarker for auditory processing, learning, and language disorders.
- Beneficial for individuals with hearing aids, cochlear implants, and aging auditory systems.
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