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American Academy of Audiology Position Statement on Early Identification of Cytomegalovirus in Newborns

Maggie Kettler1, Angela Shoup2, Shelley Moats3

  • 1Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, Ohio.

Journal of the American Academy of Audiology
|March 27, 2023
PubMed

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Early screening for congenital cytomegalovirus (cCMV) is recommended to detect hearing loss in infants. Prompt diagnosis and audiological management by audiologists are crucial for infants with cCMV.

Area of Science:

  • Audiology
  • Pediatrics
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Congenital cytomegalovirus (cCMV) is a common cause of sensorineural hearing loss in infants.
  • Early identification and intervention are critical for managing hearing deficits associated with cCMV.
  • The American Academy of Audiology emphasizes the role of audiologists in cCMV care.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the importance of early screening for congenital cytomegalovirus (cCMV) in infants.
  • To advocate for the audiological diagnosis, intervention, and monitoring of hearing loss in infants with cCMV.
  • To underscore the role of audiologists in the comprehensive care of infants affected by cCMV.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current recommendations and guidelines regarding cCMV screening.
  • Emphasis on the diagnostic process for hearing loss in infants with cCMV.
  • Discussion of the audiological management strategies for infants identified with cCMV.

Main Results:

  • Early identification of cCMV through screening facilitates timely diagnosis and intervention.
  • Screening for cCMV is a key part of evaluating infants with sensorineural hearing loss.
  • Audiologists play a vital role in managing hearing loss in infants with cCMV.

Conclusions:

  • The American Academy of Audiology strongly recommends early screening for cCMV in newborns.
  • Prompt audiological evaluation and management are essential for infants diagnosed with cCMV to mitigate hearing loss.
  • Integrated care involving audiologists is crucial for optimizing outcomes for infants with cCMV.

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