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M E Lutman1, D H Marshall

  • 1Institute of Sound and Vibration Research, University of Southampton, UK.

British Journal of Audiology
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A new study validates a hearing disability quantification scheme using self-ratings from individuals with severe to profound hearing loss. The validated scheme now accurately assesses hearing impairment across the full range of severity.

Area of Science:

  • Audiology
  • Hearing Science
  • Disability Quantification

Background:

  • Previous hearing disability quantification schemes relied on self-ratings but lacked data for severe/profound impairments.
  • Extrapolation was necessary for the upper range of hearing loss severity.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To validate and extend a self-rating based hearing disability quantification scheme.
  • To incorporate data from severely and profoundly hearing impaired individuals.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized self-ratings from 465 participants in a UK cochlear implantation program.
  • Included individuals with average hearing threshold levels of 95 dB or greater (1-2-3 kHz).

Main Results:

  • The newly acquired data aligned exceptionally well with the previous extrapolation.

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  • The scheme demonstrated accuracy across a wider range of hearing impairment.

    • Conclusions:

    • The hearing disability quantification scheme is now validated for all levels of hearing impairment.
    • Self-ratings provide reliable data for assessing hearing loss severity, including profound cases.