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1Center of Hearing and Speech, 7 Mokra Street, 05-830 Kajetany, Poland; Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Applied Sciences, 4 Popieluszko Street, 62-510 Konin, Poland.
Journal of Voice : Official Journal of the Voice Foundation
|December 20, 2024
Summary
Adults with partial deafness (PD) may develop voice disorders. This study found no significant gender-based differences in these voice dysfunctions among adults with partial deafness.
Area of Science:
- Audiology
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Otolaryngology
Background:
- Partial deafness (PD) is characterized by normal low-frequency hearing and high-frequency hearing loss.
- Historically, PD has been challenging to treat with conventional hearing aids due to limited speech understanding improvements.
- Cochlear implantation for PD since 2002 has spurred research into its effects on patient voice.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate potential gender differences in voice disorders associated with postlingual partial deafness in adults.
- Clarify the relationship between sex (biological attributes) and voice dysfunction in adults with PD.
Main Methods:
- A study group of 30 adults with postlingual PD (15 females, 15 males) was recruited.
- Participants with pre-existing voice disorders were excluded.
- Voice samples were recorded and analyzed using the Multi-dimensional Voice Program (Kay Pentax).
Main Results:
- Adults with partial deafness were found to develop voice dysfunctions.
- Analysis revealed no significant differences in voice disorders between adult males and females with PD.
Conclusions:
- Postlingual partial deafness is associated with the development of voice dysfunctions in adults.
- The study indicates that gender (sex) is not a significant factor in the presentation of these voice disorders.
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