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Brainstem auditory-evoked potential evaluation in children with meningitis

X Bao1, V Wong

  • 1Department of Paediatrics, The First Teaching Hospital, Beijing Medical University, PR China.

Pediatric Neurology
|September 23, 1998
PubMed
Summary

Meningitis can cause significant hearing loss in children, with over 27% showing impairment on brainstem auditory-evoked potential (BAEP) tests. Follow-up BAEP testing is crucial for monitoring hearing status, especially after bacterial or aseptic meningitis.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Pediatrics
  • Audiology

Background:

  • Meningitis is a serious infection that can lead to various complications in children.
  • Hearing impairment is a known but often underdiagnosed sequela of meningitis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the incidence of hearing impairment in children following meningitis using brainstem auditory-evoked potential (BAEP).
  • To evaluate the utility of BAEP in screening and follow-up for hearing loss in pediatric meningitis patients.

Main Methods:

  • Brainstem auditory-evoked potential (BAEP) was conducted on 101 children diagnosed with meningitis (bacterial, viral, or aseptic).
  • Assessments were performed before discharge and during follow-up visits (mean 4 months).
  • A prospective study assessed hearing status in 20 patients after antibiotic treatment.

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Main Results:

  • Overall BAEP impairment was observed in 27.7% of children, with sensorineural hearing loss being most common.
  • Hearing impairment was more frequent in bacterial meningitis (34.6%) and aseptic meningitis (20.9%) compared to viral.
  • Follow-up BAEP showed that initially abnormal results could normalize, improve, or remain unchanged, highlighting the need for monitoring.

Conclusions:

  • The incidence of hearing loss following meningitis in children is substantial.
  • BAEP is a valuable tool for early detection and screening of hearing impairment in children with meningitis.
  • Regular follow-up BAEP assessments are essential for children with meningitis, particularly those with initial abnormalities.