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Monitored live voice (MLV) word recognition testing is faster but highly variable across testers. Recorded stimuli (computer-assisted, CA) are recommended for accurate hearing loss assessment due to MLV

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Area of Science:

  • Audiology
  • Speech-Language Pathology
  • Hearing Science

Background:

  • Monitored live voice (MLV) is a common method for presenting word recognition stimuli in audiology.
  • However, concerns exist regarding the inherent variability and potential impact on test results.
  • Best practice guidelines often recommend using recorded stimuli for greater standardization.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the variability of administration times for word recognition testing using monitored live voice (MLV) versus recorded stimuli (computer-assisted, CA).
  • To compare the accuracy of word recognition scores (WRS) between MLV and CA presentation methods.
  • To encourage audiologists to adopt standardized, recorded stimuli for improved clinical practice.

Main Methods:

  • Word recognition testing using 50-word NU-6 lists was conducted with participants having typical hearing (TH) and hearing loss (HL).
  • Stimuli were presented via MLV and CA (direct audiometer playback).
  • Administration times and WRS were recorded and compared between presentation methods and participant groups.

Main Results:

  • MLV presentation was significantly faster than CA for both TH and HL groups.
  • Significantly greater variability in administration time was observed with MLV compared to CA across testers.
  • WRS differed significantly between TH and HL groups only with CA, suggesting MLV is less sensitive to hearing loss.

Conclusions:

  • Despite faster administration, the high variability of MLV impacts the clinical utility of results.
  • Recorded stimuli (CA) provide more reliable and sensitive assessment of hearing loss.
  • Standardized use of recorded word recognition stimuli is strongly recommended for audiological practice.