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1Batra Hospital & Research Centre, New Delhi.
Abstract:
Ageing affects all parts of the ear. The effect on the inner ear and its central connections is the most important cause of presbyacusis and contributes maximally to communication difficulties faced by the aged. A number of studies have been conducted on prevalence of presbyacusis. A prevalence of 3.7 to 3.3 per cent was found in the general populations surveyed in rural and urban areas respectively. There is hardly any systematic arrangement available for rehabilitation and fitting of hearing aid as an organized facility. Further research is needed to develop better quality hearing aids which will fully satisfy the needs of the aged.
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