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Neuro-rehabilitation Approach for Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss
Published on: January 25, 2016
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[Recognition and complex diagnostics of functional hearing loss]
Péter Prekopp1, Márton Kondé1, Judit Szigeti F1
11 Semmelweis Egyetem, Általános Orvostudományi Kar, Fül-, Orr-, Gégészeti és Fej-Nyaksebészeti Klinika Budapest, Szigony u. 36., 1083 Magyarország.
Orvosi Hetilap
|February 26, 2023
Summary
Functional hearing loss, often diagnosed in young females, presents a significant challenge in audiology. Accurate diagnosis requires multidisciplinary collaboration to avoid misdiagnosis and inappropriate treatment.
Area of Science:
- Audiology and Otolaryngology: Focus on sensory impairments and hearing diagnostics.
Context:
- Hearing loss significantly impacts communication and quality of life.
- Functional hearing loss occurs when subjective reports exceed objective findings.
- Distinguishing functional hearing loss from organic causes is crucial for appropriate patient care.
Purpose:
- To analyze cases of functional hearing loss to identify characteristics.
- To determine key signs and conditions for attention in diagnosis.
- To inform rehabilitation strategies for functional hearing loss.
Summary:
- A retrospective analysis of 19 functional hearing loss cases (2007-2022) revealed a predominance in young females.
- No organic cause explained the reported hearing loss in most patients, with degrees varying widely (average 60.2 dB).
- Diagnosis is complex, requiring extensive audiological and multidisciplinary assessments.
Impact:
- Accurate diagnosis prevents unnecessary, potentially harmful, and costly treatments.
- Early and correct identification facilitates appropriate rehabilitation and improves patient outcomes.
- Highlights the need for specialized diagnostic protocols for functional hearing loss.
Keywords:
functional hearing lossfunkcionális halláscsökkenésobjective measurementobjektív hallásvizsgálatpsychosomatic diseasepszichoszomatikus betegségsubjective measurementszubjektív hallásvizsgálatMore Related Videos
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