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[Beware of hearing loss in children]

Stefanie N H Reijers1,2, Jantien L Vroegop1, Martijn N Spoelstra3

  • 1Erasmus MC, Afd. Keel-, Neus- en Oorheelkunde en Hoofd-halschirurgie, Rotterdam.

Nederlands Tijdschrift Voor Geneeskunde
|March 11, 2026
PubMed

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Childhood hearing loss is underrecognized and impacts development. While large-scale screening for older children isn't recommended, improving questionnaires and prevention efforts for noise-induced hearing loss is advised.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Audiology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Hearing problems in children are often underrecognized, despite significant impacts on daily functioning.
  • Causes include genetic factors, infections, noise exposure, and otitis media.
  • Mild hearing loss can negatively affect speech, academics, and social interactions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore causes, consequences, and prevention of hearing loss in young individuals.
  • To review the Dutch Health Council's assessment of nationwide hearing screening for children aged 5-18.
  • To identify effective strategies for early detection and mitigation of childhood hearing impairment.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on childhood hearing loss.
  • Analysis of the Dutch Health Council's report on hearing screening feasibility.
  • Discussion of current screening practices and preventive measures.

Main Results:

  • Current screening mainly targets newborns and young children.
  • The Dutch Health Council found insufficient evidence for nationwide screening of children aged 5-18.
  • Recommendations include enhancing health questionnaires and strengthening prevention.

Conclusions:

  • Focus should be on improving existing systems and prevention, not solely on large-scale screening.
  • Simple interventions like volume limits and awareness campaigns are important.
  • Further research is needed for refined screening and prevention strategies for childhood hearing loss.

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