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An improvement in hearing sensitivity following hearing-aid fitting in a child with an apparent sensorineural hearing impairment

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  29 June 2007

K. J. Munro  and
D. Cafarelli Dees
K. J. Munro*
Affiliation:
Regional Audiology Clinic, Hearing and Balance Centre, Institute of Sound and Vibration Research, University of Southampton, Highfield, Southampton, Hampshire, UK
D. Cafarelli Dees
Affiliation:
Regional Audiology Clinic, Hearing and Balance Centre, Institute of Sound and Vibration Research, University of Southampton, Highfield, Southampton, Hampshire, UK
*
Address for correspondence: Kevin J. Munro, Regional Audiology Clinic, Hearing and Balance Centre, Institute of Sound and Vibration Research, University of Southampton, Highfield, Southampton SO17 1BJ. Fax: 01703 594981
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Abstract

This case describes an apparent improvement in hearing sensitivity in a young girl over a period of 12 months, after she was fitted with binaural hearing-aids. Discrepancies between objective and subjective test results are highlighted. Even if the underlying reason for the conflicting test results was due to poor listening skills or test error, this child behaved like a hearing-impaired child and her performance improved after hearing-aid use. The case also illustrates the application of earphone testing from six months of age. The importance of closely monitoring all children who are fitted with hearing-aids is highlighted.

Keywords

Hearing lossHearing aid

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Clinical Records
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The Journal of Laryngology & Otology , Volume 110 , Issue 4 , April 1996 , pp. 362 - 365
Copyright
Copyright © JLO (1984) Limited 1996

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