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Early recurrent otitis media, language and central auditory processing in children

N Campbell1, R Hugo, I Uys

  • 1Department of Communication Pathology, University of Pretoria.

The South African Journal of Communication Disorders = Die Suid-Afrikaanse Tydskrif Vir Kommunikasieafwykings
|January 1, 1995
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Summary

Children with early recurrent otitis media show poorer language and central auditory processing skills. Early identification and intervention are crucial for these children to improve outcomes.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Audiology
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Speech-Language Pathology

Background:

  • Recurrent otitis media in early childhood is common.
  • Otitis media can potentially impact auditory development.
  • The long-term effects on language and auditory processing require further investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the relationship between early recurrent otitis media and later language and central auditory processing skills in children.
  • To compare the language and central auditory processing abilities of children with and without a history of early recurrent otitis media.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective case-control study design.
  • Two groups of first-grade children (age 7): one with a history of early recurrent otitis media (n=10) and a control group without (n=10).

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  • Assessment of language using the Clinical Evaluation of Language Function and central auditory processing using the Willeford Battery of Central Auditory Function.

    • Main Results:

    • Children with a history of early recurrent otitis media demonstrated significantly poorer performance in both language and central auditory processing compared to their peers without this history.
    • A clear link was established between early recurrent otitis media and deficits in these developmental areas.

    Conclusions:

    • Early recurrent otitis media is associated with lasting impairments in language and central auditory processing.
    • Emphasizes the need for robust identification and management programs for children experiencing early recurrent otitis media to mitigate these effects.