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Ou H. Hearing healthcare utilisation among older adults with self-reported hearing loss during the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States. Int J Audiol 2024; 63:366-372. [PMID: 36905138 PMCID: PMC11234923 DOI: 10.1080/14992027.2023.2183353] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/06/2022] [Accepted: 02/17/2023] [Indexed: 03/12/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To ascertain the prevalence, causes, and risk factors of hearing healthcare delays in older people with self-reported hearing loss in the United States. DESIGN This cross-sectional study used data from the National Health and Ageing Trends Study (NHATS), a nationally representative survey of Medicare beneficiaries. A supplemental COVID-19 survey was mailed to the participants from June to October 2020. STUDY SAMPLE By January 2021, 3257 participants had returned completed COVID-19 questionnaires, with the majority having been self-administered between July and August 2020. RESULTS The participants in the study represented 32.7 million older adults in the US, with 29.1% reporting hearing loss. Among over 12.4 million older adults who put off needed or planned medical care, 19.6% of those with self-reported hearing loss and 24.5% of hearing aid or device users stated they delayed hearing appointments. Approximately 629,911 older adults with hearing devices were impacted by the COVID-19 outbreak for audiological services. The top three reasons were deciding to wait, service cancellation, and fear of going. Education and race/ethnicity were associated with delaying hearing healthcare. CONCLUSIONS The COVID-19 pandemic impacted hearing healthcare utilisation among older adults with self-reported hearing loss in 2020, with both patient- and provider- initiated delays.
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- Hua Ou
- Epidemiology and Statistics Program, Division of Scientific Programs, NIDCD, NIH
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Lett C, Welch D, Dobson R. Remote or in-clinic? The effect of service delivery mode on hearing aid output: study protocol for a double-blinded, randomised trial in adults with mild to moderate sensorineural hearing loss. Trials 2024; 25:256. [PMID: 38610038 PMCID: PMC11010415 DOI: 10.1186/s13063-024-08068-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/05/2023] [Accepted: 03/20/2024] [Indexed: 04/14/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Teleaudiology can potentially improve access to hearing healthcare services. Remote hearing aid fittings offer a new mode of service delivery that removes barriers of geography and access to an audiologist. Real-ear measurements (REMs) are the gold standard for hearing aid output verification but require in-clinic appointments. This study will investigate whether remote hearing aid fittings can provide clinically equivalent outcomes when compared to current, in-clinic, best practice guidelines. RESEARCH DESIGN A repeated measure, double-blinded crossover design will be used. Participants will be randomly allocated to one of two groups to determine order of intervention, balanced for degree of hearing loss. STUDY SAMPLE Sixty adults with mild to moderate hearing loss and at least 1 year of experience with hearing aids will be recruited. DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS Participants will complete two hearing aid fitting protocols, one using an in-clinic fitting process and the other using a remote (at-home) fitting process. In-clinic fittings will include REMs with adjustments to standard (NAL-NL2) prescription targets. The two fitting protocols will then be randomly assigned to participants in a crossover design, so participants and researchers will be blinded to the order of the two fitting protocols. Participants will then have a 4-week period with follow-up appointments for participant-directed gain adjustment. For each fitting protocol, participants will complete objective measurements of final hearing aid output with REMs, speech-in-noise testing, subjective measurements of hearing aid performance, and quality of life measurements. They will then begin an identical period of living with, adjusting, and objective assessment with the other fitting protocol. Data will be analysed as repeated measures with statistical control for potential confounding variables. RESULTS Data will compare the four-frequency average real-ear aided response (4FREAR) for hearing aids programmed in-clinic and hearing aids programmed remotely, after participant-directed gain adjustments. Secondary measures will assess clinically significant differences in estimated speech intelligibility, hearing-related quality of life, hearing aid benefit, sound quality and preference, and speech-in-noise ability. CONCLUSIONS This study will inform the development of best practice guidelines for remote hearing aid fittings. If no clinically significant differences are found between in-clinic and remote fit hearing aids, it has the potential to expand teleaudiology initiatives. TRIAL REGISTRATION Australian New Zealand Clinical Trial Registry, ACTRN12623000028606p . Date of registration: 12 January 2023.
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- Craig Lett
- School of Population Health, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand.
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- School of Population Health, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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- School of Population Health, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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Chauvette L, Pinsonnault-Skvarenina A, Sharp A, Gagné JP, Lacerda ABM, Hotton M. Perceptions of Adults With Hearing Loss About the Communication Difficulties Generated by the COVID-19 Preventive Measures: A Qualitative Study. JOURNAL OF SPEECH, LANGUAGE, AND HEARING RESEARCH : JSLHR 2023; 66:5109-5128. [PMID: 37934877 DOI: 10.1044/2023_jslhr-23-00163] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2023]
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PURPOSE The COVID-19 pandemic led to the implementation of preventive measures that exacerbated communication difficulties for individuals with hearing loss. This study aims to explore the perception of adults with hearing loss about the communication difficulties caused by the preventive measures and about their experiences with communication 1 year after the adoption of these preventive measures. METHOD Individual semistructured interviews were conducted via videoconference with six adults who have hearing loss from the province of Québec, Canada. Data were examined using qualitative content analysis. RESULTS The study found that face masks and in-person work (i.e., in opposition to remote work) were important barriers to communication because of hindered lipreading and competing noise in many workplaces. In contrast, preventive measures that allowed visual information transmission (e.g., transparent face masks, fixed plastic partitions) were considered favorable for communication. Communication partners were perceived as playing an important role in communication success with preventive measures: Familiar communication partners improved communication, whereas those with poor attitude or strategies hindered communication. Participants found that videoconferences could provide satisfactory communication but were sometimes hindered by issues such as bad audiovisual quality or too many participants. CONCLUSIONS This study identified reduced access to speech reading and lack of general awareness about hearing issues as key barriers to communication during the pandemic. The decreased communication capabilities were perceived to be most problematic at work and during health appointments, and tended to cause frustration, anxiety, self-esteem issues, and social isolation. Suggestions are outlined for current and future public health measures to better consider the experience of people with hearing loss.
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- Loonan Chauvette
- CERVO Brain Research Center, Université Laval, Québec City, Québec, Canada
- Faculty of Medicine, Université Laval, Québec City, Québec, Canada
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- École d'orthophonie et d'audiologie, Université de Montréal, Québec, Canada
- Centre de recherche interdisciplinaire en réadaptation du Montréal métropolitain, CIUSSS Centre-Sud-de-l'Île-de-Montréal, Québec, Canada
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- CERVO Brain Research Center, Université Laval, Québec City, Québec, Canada
- Faculty of Medicine, Université Laval, Québec City, Québec, Canada
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- École d'orthophonie et d'audiologie, Université de Montréal, Québec, Canada
- Centre de recherche interdisciplinaire en réadaptation du Montréal métropolitain, CIUSSS Centre-Sud-de-l'Île-de-Montréal, Québec, Canada
- Centre de recherche de l'Institut universitaire de gériatrie de Montréal, Québec, Canada
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- École d'orthophonie et d'audiologie, Université de Montréal, Québec, Canada
- Centre de recherche de l'Institut universitaire de gériatrie de Montréal, Québec, Canada
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- Faculty of Medicine, Université Laval, Québec City, Québec, Canada
- Centre interdisciplinaire de recherche en réadaptation et intégration sociale, CIUSSS de la Capitale Nationale, Québec City, Québec, Canada
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Bennett RJ, Kelsall-Foreman I, Barr C, Campbell E, Coles T, Paton M, Vitkovic J. Barriers and facilitators to tele-audiology service delivery in Australia during the COVID-19 pandemic: perspectives of hearing healthcare clinicians. Int J Audiol 2023; 62:1145-1154. [PMID: 36194040 DOI: 10.1080/14992027.2022.2128446] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/11/2022] [Accepted: 09/15/2022] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To explore the utilisation, safety, cost, and patient outcomes of delivering tele-audiology services during the COVID-19 pandemic. DESIGN A national cross-sectional self-report online survey asking participants to reflect on interactions with hearing services between April and October 2020. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics. The COM-B model of behaviour change guided survey creation and the presentation of a subset of the results. STUDY SAMPLE 249 Australia-based hearing healthcare clinicians (age range 23-74 years; 162 female). RESULTS Clinicians reported an increase in the use of tele-audiology services, with key drivers relating to keeping their patients safe and keeping businesses running. Clinicians generally viewed the provision of tele-audiology services as successful and resulting in improved patient outcomes. Overall, clinicians were highly motivated to provide tele-audiology services, and they expressed being confident in their knowledge and understanding of tele-audiology service delivery. Barriers to providing tele-audiology services included concerns about the reliability of the results obtained from remote assessments, as well as concerns around information security and privacy issues. CONCLUSIONS Clinicians' motivations to use tele-audiology services appeared to be driven by their desire to maintain COVID-safe practices during the pandemic and by the COVID-driven increase in availability of funding for tele-audiology services.
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- Rebecca J Bennett
- Brain and Hearing, University of Western Australia, Crawley, Western Australia, Australia
- Ear Science Institute Australia, 1 Salvado Road, Subiaco, Western Australia, Australia
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- Brain and Hearing, University of Western Australia, Crawley, Western Australia, Australia
- Ear Science Institute Australia, 1 Salvado Road, Subiaco, Western Australia, Australia
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- Soundfair Australia Ltd, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Audiology Australia, Cremorne, Victoria, Australia
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- Australian College of Audiology (ACAud), Spring Hill, Queensland, Australia
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Changes in audiologists' mental wellbeing during the COVID-19 pandemic: the supportive role of professional associations, workplaces and hearing device manufacturers. Int J Audiol 2022:1-8. [PMID: 35439082 DOI: 10.1080/14992027.2022.2058626] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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Objective: The purpose of this study was to explore whether self-reported mental wellbeing (anxiety, depression and loneliness) in audiologists has changed over the course of the COVID-19 pandemic and to examine possible factors contributing to audiologists' current state of mental wellbeing.Design: Two cross-sectional surveys were distributed at two different time points during the COVID-19 pandemic screening for psychological distress (PHQ-4: anxiety and depression) and loneliness (UCLA-3).Study sample: 117 audiologists from around the world.Results: Findings demonstrated that over the course of the COVID-19 pandemic audiologists' levels of depression decreased, levels of anxiety were low and stable, whilst levels of loneliness were stable and high. Younger age was associated with lower levels of mental well-being. Responses to open text questions suggests that audiologists could be supported through development of clear and consistent guidelines on COVID-19 workplace restrictions, allowing for more workplace flexibility and providing mental health support through employee assistance programs.Conclusions: The rates of anxiety, depression and loneliness observed highlight the continued need for mental health and workplace interventions to support audiologists throughout the COVID-19 pandemic and the subsequent recovery period.
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Wasmann JW, Pragt L, Eikelboom R, Swanepoel DW. Digital Approaches to Automated and Machine Learning Assessments of Hearing: Scoping Review. J Med Internet Res 2022; 24:e32581. [PMID: 34919056 PMCID: PMC8851345 DOI: 10.2196/32581] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/03/2021] [Revised: 12/01/2021] [Accepted: 12/16/2021] [Indexed: 01/24/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Hearing loss affects 1 in 5 people worldwide and is estimated to affect 1 in 4 by 2050. Treatment relies on the accurate diagnosis of hearing loss; however, this first step is out of reach for >80% of those affected. Increasingly automated approaches are being developed for self-administered digital hearing assessments without the direct involvement of professionals. OBJECTIVE This study aims to provide an overview of digital approaches in automated and machine learning assessments of hearing using pure-tone audiometry and to focus on the aspects related to accuracy, reliability, and time efficiency. This review is an extension of a 2013 systematic review. METHODS A search across the electronic databases of PubMed, IEEE, and Web of Science was conducted to identify relevant reports from the peer-reviewed literature. Key information about each report's scope and details was collected to assess the commonalities among the approaches. RESULTS A total of 56 reports from 2012 to June 2021 were included. From this selection, 27 unique automated approaches were identified. Machine learning approaches require fewer trials than conventional threshold-seeking approaches, and personal digital devices make assessments more affordable and accessible. Validity can be enhanced using digital technologies for quality surveillance, including noise monitoring and detecting inconclusive results. CONCLUSIONS In the past 10 years, an increasing number of automated approaches have reported similar accuracy, reliability, and time efficiency as manual hearing assessments. New developments, including machine learning approaches, offer features, versatility, and cost-effectiveness beyond manual audiometry. Used within identified limitations, automated assessments using digital devices can support task-shifting, self-care, telehealth, and clinical care pathways.
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- Jan-Willem Wasmann
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Donders Institute for Brain, Cognition and Behaviour, Radboud University Medical Centre, Nijmegen, Netherlands
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Donders Institute for Brain, Cognition and Behaviour, Radboud University Medical Centre, Nijmegen, Netherlands
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- Ear Science Institute Australia, Subiaco, Australia
- Ear Sciences Centre, Medical School, The University of Western Australia, Perth, Australia
- Department of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, University of Pretoria, Pretoria, South Africa
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- Ear Science Institute Australia, Subiaco, Australia
- Ear Sciences Centre, Medical School, The University of Western Australia, Perth, Australia
- Department of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, University of Pretoria, Pretoria, South Africa
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Impact of COVID-19 pandemic on audiology practice: A scoping review. CLINICAL EPIDEMIOLOGY AND GLOBAL HEALTH 2022; 13:100939. [PMID: 35005299 PMCID: PMC8719377 DOI: 10.1016/j.cegh.2021.100939] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/28/2021] [Revised: 12/08/2021] [Accepted: 12/23/2021] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Background COVID-19 has significantly impacted the professional practice of health care professionals including audiological practice. Audiologists had to adopt to changes and modify their practice to deal with the pandemic. Reasonable published work has been seen since the onset of the pandemic, depicting impact on the audiology practice across the globe in different practice settings and contexts. The present scoping review was carried out to explore the impact of COVID-19 pandemic on audiology practice and the challenges faced. Material & methods A literature search was carried out to identify the studies exploring the impact of COVID-19 pandemic on audiology practice. Three electronic databases namely Scopus, PubMed/Medline, and Cochrane Library were searched using keywords. After title and abstract screening, suitable studies were identified. Results Of the total 172, nine studies focusing on impact of COVID-19 pandemic on audiology practice COVID-19, published between January 2020 to June 2021 were included. Overall, the COVID-19 pandemic and the subsequent restrictions, caused changes in routine clinical practices in audiology. These changes were with respect to stringent infection control measures, mode of service delivery, changes in routines with reduced services or prioritizing services. Challenges included issues with remote services, experience, and support. Conclusion The present review reveals the changes in audiology practice during COVID –19 and challenges encountered by audiologists. These findings would help in better planning of audiology practice in the post pandemic world.
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Eikelboom RH, Bennett RJ, Manchaiah V, Parmar B, Beukes E, Rajasingam SL, Swanepoel DW. International survey of audiologists during the COVID-19 pandemic: use of and attitudes to telehealth. Int J Audiol 2021; 61:283-292. [PMID: 34369845 DOI: 10.1080/14992027.2021.1957160] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To determine the attitudes of audiologists towards telehealth and use of telehealth for the delivery of ear and hearing services pre-, during- and post- the COVID-19 pandemic, and to identify the perceived effects of telehealth on services and barriers to telehealth. DESIGN An online survey distributed through the International Society of Audiology and member societies. STUDY SAMPLE A total of 337 audiologists completing the survey between 23 June and 13 August 2020. RESULTS There was a significant increase in the perceived importance of telehealth from before (44.3%) to during COVID-19 (87.1%), and the use of telehealth previous (41.3%), current (61.9%) and expected use of telehealth (80.4%). Telehealth was considered adequate for many audiology services, although hearing assessment and device fitting by telehealth received least support. Matters related to timeliness of services and reduction of travel were reported as the main advantages, but relationships between practitioners and clients may suffer with telehealth. Important barriers were technologies related to the client or remote site; clinic-related items were moderate barriers, although more clinician training was a common theme provided through open-ended responses. CONCLUSION The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in audiologists having a more positive attitude towards and greater use of telehealth, but with some reservations.
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- Robert H Eikelboom
- Ear Science Institute Australia, Subiaco, Western Australia, Australia.,Ear Sciences Centre, Medical School, The University of Western Australia, Nedlands, Australia.,Department of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, University of Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
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- Ear Science Institute Australia, Subiaco, Western Australia, Australia.,Ear Sciences Centre, Medical School, The University of Western Australia, Nedlands, Australia
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- Department of Speech and Hearing, School of Allied Health Sciences, Manipal University, Manipal, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Speech and Hearing Sciences, Lamar University, Beaumont, TX, USA.,Vision and Hearing Sciences Research Group, School of Psychology and Sports Science, Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge, UK
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- Vision and Hearing Sciences Research Group, School of Psychology and Sports Science, Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge, UK
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- Ear Science Institute Australia, Subiaco, Western Australia, Australia.,Department of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, University of Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
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Bennett RJ, Manchaiah V, Eikelboom RH, Badcock JC, Swanapoel DW. International survey of audiologists during the COVID-19 pandemic: effects on mental well-being of audiologists. Int J Audiol 2021; 61:273-282. [PMID: 34289793 DOI: 10.1080/14992027.2021.1944675] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The aim of the study was to examine the mental well-being of audiologists in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. DESIGN A cross-sectional online survey was conducted during the COVID-19 pandemic, between 23 June and 13 August 2020. A self-report survey included screening measures for psychological distress (PHQ-4: anxiety and depression) and loneliness (UCLA-3). STUDY SAMPLE 239 audiologists from around the world. RESULTS The prevalence of psychological distress was 12.1% (subscales for anxiety 16.3% and depression 10.4%), and loneliness 32.2%. Depression and loneliness were higher in those participants self-reporting perceived job insecurity, with psychological distress (anxiety and depression) higher in those from South Africa. Accessibility to Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) appears to be a protective factor. CONCLUSIONS Well-being interventions, such as EAPS, are needed to support audiologists during challenging times like the COVID-19 pandemic.
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- Rebecca J Bennett
- Ear Science Institute Australia, Subiaco, Australia.,Ear Sciences Centre, The University of Western Australia, Nedlands, Australia
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- Department of Speech and Hearing Sciences, Lamar University, Beaumont, TX, United States.,Department of Speech and Hearing, School of Allied Health Sciences, Manipal University, Manipal, India
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- Ear Science Institute Australia, Subiaco, Australia.,Ear Sciences Centre, The University of Western Australia, Nedlands, Australia.,Department of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, University of Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
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- School of Psychological Science, The University of Western Australia, Perth, Australia
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- Ear Science Institute Australia, Subiaco, Australia.,Ear Sciences Centre, The University of Western Australia, Nedlands, Australia.,Department of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, University of Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
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Beukes E, Ulep AJ, Eubank T, Manchaiah V. The Impact of COVID-19 and the Pandemic on Tinnitus: A Systematic Review. J Clin Med 2021; 10:2763. [PMID: 34201831 PMCID: PMC8268057 DOI: 10.3390/jcm10132763] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/03/2021] [Revised: 06/17/2021] [Accepted: 06/20/2021] [Indexed: 01/08/2023] Open
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This review aimed to systematically review what has been published regarding tinnitus during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic up to March 2021 by performing both narrative and quantitative meta-analyses. Of the 181 records identified, 33 met the inclusion criteria, which generally had a fair risk of overall bias. In the included, 28 studies focused on the impact of the COVID-19 virus on tinnitus and 5 studies focused on the impact of the pandemic on tinnitus. From the studies identifying the impact of COVID-19 on tinnitus, there were 17 cross-sectional studies (n = 8913) and 11 case series or case report studies (n = 35). There were 2 cross-sectional studies (n = 3232) and 3 pre-post-test design studies (n = 326) focusing on the impact of the pandemic on tinnitus. No consistent patterns were found regarding the presentation of the tinnitus or additional factors that could have tinnitus developing in the disease impact studies. For the pandemic impact studies, the associated stress and anxiety of the pandemic were consistently suggested to contribute to tinnitus experiences. The pooled estimated prevalence of tinnitus post COVID-19 was 8% (CI: 5 to 13%). Medical professionals should be aware that tinnitus might be more problematic following the pandemic or after having COVID-19.
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- Eldre Beukes
- Department of Speech and Hearing Sciences, Lamar University, Beaumont, TX 77710, USA
- Vision and Hearing Sciences Research Centre, Faculty of Science and Engineering, Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge CB1 1TP, UK
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- Department of Speech and Hearing Sciences, Lamar University, Beaumont, TX 77710, USA
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- Department of Speech and Hearing Sciences, Lamar University, Beaumont, TX 77710, USA
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- Department of Speech and Hearing Sciences, Lamar University, Beaumont, TX 77710, USA
- Department of Speech and Hearing, School of Allied Health Sciences, Manipal University, Karnataka 576104, India
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