PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·2w agoTelemedicine-Enabled Multidisciplinary Preoperative Workflow for Humanitarian Cochlear Implant DeliveryA telemedicine-based multidisciplinary preoperative workflow appears feasible for cochlear implant candidate evaluation in humanitarian settings; clinicians working in or supporting low-resource programs may consider adopting similar models, pending broader validation.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·2w agoSporadic sarcoma arising from a previously resected benign vestibular schwannoma without neurofibromatosis or radiosurgery: illustrative caseThis single illustrative case raises awareness of an extremely rare malignant transformation at a prior vestibular schwannoma resection site without known predisposing factors; no change to routine clinical practice is warranted based on a single case report.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Clinical audiology·2w agoDevelopment and field evaluation of an Indonesian speech perception assessment for children with severe to profound hearing lossAudiologists working with Indonesian-speaking pediatric populations should be aware of this new language-appropriate speech perception tool, though further validation data are needed before routine adoption.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·2w agoEpidemiological and clinical differences in Meniere disease across European and East Asian populationsAudiologists and ENT clinicians should be cautious about applying European-derived diagnostic criteria and epidemiological norms to East Asian patients, as population-level differences in Meniere's disease presentation and genetics may warrant tailored approaches.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Clinical audiology·2w agoPredictive validity of the Belfast rule of thumb and patient-reported outcomes following ossiculoplastySurgeons and audiologists counseling patients before ossiculoplasty should consider supplementing the Belfast Rule of Thumb with patient-reported outcome measures, as its predictive validity for subjective hearing improvement may be limited.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Tinnitus·2w agoRe: "Intratympanic Dexamethasone Efficacy in Preventing Cisplatin-Induced Tinnitus: A Randomized Controlled Phase IIIb Clinical Trial" by Moreno and BelinchonClinicians should read both the original Phase IIIb RCT and this correspondence carefully before adopting intratympanic dexamethasone as a routine protocol for preventing cisplatin-induced tinnitus, as the letter may highlight methodological or interpretive concerns.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·2w agoTumor Size-Dependent Clinical Outcomes and Complications After Stereotactic Radiosurgery for Sporadic Vestibular SchwannomaTumor size within the sub-3 cm range is a meaningful predictor of outcomes and complications after stereotactic radiosurgery for vestibular schwannoma; audiologists co-managing these patients should be aware that size-stratified risk counseling may be warranted, pending review...＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·2w agoIntracranial abscess and otitis interna treated by temporal burr-hole craniotomy and ventral bulla osteotomy in a Maine coon catVeterinary cases of central vestibular syndrome with concurrent otitis interna can provide comparative anatomy insights, but have negligible translational relevance to human audiology practice.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Research (general)·2w agoIschemic Stroke as a Possible Initial Manifestation of Primary Sjögren's Syndrome: A Case ReportAudiologists should be aware that autoimmune conditions like Sjögren's syndrome can present with varied neurological symptoms, as some patients may first present with auditory or vestibular complaints before a formal diagnosis.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Public health & policy·2w agoReducing Dementia Risk with the BrainSpan Program: : A Public Health Practice VignetteWith dementia prevention increasingly tied to hearing healthcare, programs like BrainSpan highlight the growing public health opportunity for audiologists to position hearing intervention within broader cognitive wellness frameworks.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Public health & policy·2w agoPrevalence of noise-induced hearing loss in maritime workers: A systematic review and meta-analysisMaritime workers represent a high-risk occupational group for noise-induced hearing loss; audiologists conducting occupational or industrial hearing screenings should ensure this population is on their radar for targeted surveillance and hearing conservation counseling.＋Save
HearingTracker YouTube·Video·2w agoPhonak EasyGuard Just Fixed Hearing Aids’ Biggest ProblemBlocked wax filters are one of the most common reasons hearing aids suddenly stop working, but Phonak EasyGuard is designed to stop wax before it reaches the receiver....＋Save
Audiology Worldnews·Professional org·Education & training·2w agoBAA 2026 in Liverpool boasts strong keynote speaker lineupThe BAA annual conference is a key gathering point for UK audiology professionals, and the focus on healthy ageing, paediatrics, and AI signals where the field's collective attention is heading in 2026.＋Save
AudiologyOnline·Press release·Hearing aids·2w agoStarkey Cares Hosts a Hearing Event for Individuals with Usher SyndromeIt highlights the hearing care field's growing attention to the dual-sensory needs of individuals with Usher syndrome, a historically underserved population.＋Save
AU◇AudiologyOnline·Press release·Public health & policy·2w agoWSA and Academy of Doctors of Audiology (ADA) Partner to Launch Listen Up Initiative NationwideA coordinated national PSA campaign could meaningfully improve early hearing-loss detection rates in the often-undertreated 50+ adult population.＋Save
Hearing Health Matters·Financial report·Business & finance·2w agoAmplifon Reports Strongest Organic Growth in Two Years, Looks Ahead to GN Hearing IntegrationAmplifon's acquisition of GN Hearing would create a vertically integrated retail-and-manufacturer giant, reshaping competitive dynamics across audiology dispensing and hearing aid supply chains globally.＋Save
Hearing Practitioner Australia·Press release·Public health & policy·2w agoAustralian-first veteran TBI program highlights hearing loss as key warning signRaising awareness of hearing loss as a TBI indicator in veterans could prompt earlier audiology referrals from defence-health and community pathways in Australia.＋Save
Hearing Review·Professional org·Cochlear implants·2w agoACI Alliance Accepting CI2027 San Diego Conference Abstract SubmissionsCI2027 represents a key upcoming venue for disseminating cochlear implant research, and early awareness of the submission window helps the audiology research community plan and participate.＋Save
Doctor Cliff, AuD·Video·2w ago7 Years of Failure... Until One Appointment | Dr. Cliff AuD Vlog 328One email reminded me exactly why I started this YouTube channel. Over the past year, I've realized that some of my content has become more focused on exposing problems in hearing healthcare....＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Clinical audiology·2w agoAberrant ICA in the middle earSurgeons performing middle-ear procedures should be aware of aberrant ICA as a rare but catastrophic anatomical variant; pre-operative imaging to identify this anomaly is advisable when suspected.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·2w agoAuditory and cognitive outcomes in children with incomplete partition type II: A comparison with normal cochlear anatomyChildren with IP-II cochlear malformations show more variable auditory and cognitive outcomes than peers with normal anatomy, reinforcing the need for individualised rehabilitation planning and extended follow-up rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·2w agoOutcomes of anatomy based planning in cochlear implantation: a meta-analysis of advancing precision otologic medicineAnatomy-based planning and individualised electrode array selection appear to improve cochlear implant outcomes; audiologists and implant teams should consider integrating ABP protocols into pre-surgical workflows where imaging and surgical expertise permit.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·2w agoClinical-functional dissociation in bilateral vestibulopathy: determinants of disability beyond peripheral vestibular lossClinicians managing BVP should assess factors beyond vestibular test scores—such as central compensation, cognitive load, anxiety, and fall-related fear—since disability level is poorly predicted by peripheral test results alone.＋Save
Hearing Practitioner Australia·Professional org·Professional practice·2w agoHBA Perth seminar highlights innovation and independent practiceAs corporate consolidation continues in the hearing care sector, industry gatherings like this highlight the strategies independent providers are using to differentiate and sustain their practices.＋Save
Hearing Practitioner Australia·Blog·Hearing aids·2w agoTechnology that transforms: Hearing aid innovationsUnderstanding the consumer-driven push toward discreet, AI-powered hearing aids helps clinicians anticipate patient expectations and guide counselling conversations about device selection.＋Save
Hearing Practitioner Australia·Blog·Pediatric·2w agoParent-child interactions matter for young children who are Deaf or Hard of HearingNo actionable practice change from this blog piece alone; however, it reinforces the value of counselling parents on the quality of their daily interactions with Deaf or Hard of Hearing children as part of early intervention.＋Save
Doctor Cliff, AuD·Video·2w ago"Don't stick anything smaller than your elbow in your ear""Don't stick anything smaller than your elbow in your ear" Trying to DIY your own ear care with cotton swabs, hydrogen peroxide, or...car keys... Can lead to REAL problems. Better to leave your ear cleaning to professionals.＋Save
Hearing Practitioner Australia·Professional org·Pediatric·2w agoAbstracts open for Australasian Early Hearing Detection and Intervention ConferenceThe AEHDI Conference is a key regional forum for advancing newborn hearing screening and early intervention practice across Australasia, and the call for abstracts signals an opportunity for clinicians and researchers to shape the program.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·2w agoCochlear implant artifact analysis in cranial MRI: effects of field strength and imaging sequenceAudiologists and cochlear implant teams should note that MRI field strength and sequence selection meaningfully affect artifact size for the CS-30A implant; consult with radiology when ordering post-implant cranial MRI to choose the least artifact-prone protocol.＋Save
