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Auditory function in sickle cell anemia.

M Sharp, D J Orchik

    Archives of Otolaryngology (Chicago, Ill. : 1960)
    |June 1, 1978
    PubMed
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    Sickle cell anemia (SCA) patients showed normal hearing acuity but potential neural function deficits. Further research is needed to understand auditory processing in SCA.

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    Area of Science:

    • Audiology
    • Hematology
    • Neuroscience

    Background:

    • Sickle cell anemia (SCA) is a genetic blood disorder affecting red blood cells.
    • Auditory function can be impacted by various systemic diseases.

    Observation:

    • Nine Black individuals with SCA underwent auditory function assessments.
    • A control group was used for comparison.

    Findings:

    • No significant differences in hearing acuity or undistorted speech discrimination were noted between SCA patients and controls.
    • Acoustic reflex measures and time-compressed speech discrimination suggested potential reductions in neural function among SCA subjects.
    • One SCA subject presented a unique auditory profile requiring separate analysis.

    Implications:

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    • These findings suggest that while basic hearing may be preserved, subtle auditory neural pathways could be affected in sickle cell anemia.
    • Further investigation into auditory processing and neural function in SCA patients is warranted.
    • Understanding these auditory changes may inform early detection and management strategies for individuals with SCA.