PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Research (general)·2mo agoAuditory brainstem encoding of speech-in-noise predicts word identification, narrative comprehension, and subjective listening effort in a selective attention taskAuditory brainstem responses to speech-in-noise show promise as objective predictors of real-world listening effort and comprehension; while not yet ready for routine clinical use, these findings support the case for incorporating subcortical electrophysiology into comprehensive...＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·2mo agoA Nordic cohort study on cochlear implants and binaural hearing in single-sided deafnessCohort-level outcomes data from a Nordic population support cochlear implantation as a treatment option for adult single-sided deafness, reinforcing existing evidence — audiologists should review specific outcome metrics once the full paper is available to refine candidacy...＋Save
Hearing Health Matters·Blog·Public health & policy·2mo agoDoctor of Audiology Emilie Vos Places Second Runner-Up at Miss Universe Canada 2026High-profile advocacy by a credentialed audiologist in a national pageant raises public awareness of hearing health issues that the profession often struggles to communicate to broader audiences.＋Save
Hearing Health Matters·Blog·Public health & policy·2mo agoDoctor of Audiology Emilie Vos Places Second Runner-Up at Miss Universe Canada 2026High-profile advocacy by a credentialed audiologist raises public awareness of hearing healthcare access, newborn screening, and hearing conservation at a national level.＋Save
MedWatch·Industry news·Business & finance·2mo agoDemant expects hefty refund: “Now, the net effect of customs duties is the other way around”A near-full tariff refund for Demant signals that trade policy reversals can meaningfully shift the financial outlook of major audiology manufacturers, which may influence product pricing and investment decisions across the sector.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·2mo agoDownbeat nystagmus: a practical approach based on a clinical caseThis case-based review offers a useful clinical framework for diagnosing downbeat nystagmus; audiologists and vestibular specialists performing videonystagmography or ocular-motor testing may refine their differential diagnosis approach, though the article is a single case...＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Clinical audiology·2mo agoClinical features of high-frequency sudden sensorineural hearing loss and factors influencing its therapeutic efficacyFindings on prognostic factors for high-frequency sudden sensorineural hearing loss may refine patient counseling and treatment prioritization, but clinical adoption should await confirmation in larger, prospectively designed studies with clearly defined outcome thresholds.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Research (general)·2mo agoIndividual differences in hearing decline predict region-specific brain and cognitive changes in healthy aging menEarly identification and management of hearing decline in aging men may be warranted given its association with regional brain atrophy and cognitive changes, though causal direction remains unconfirmed by this study design.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Research (general)·2mo agoProtocol for Development of Guidelines for Rapid Restoration of ReadinessGuidelines on rapid cognitive restoration in combat and sport contexts may intersect with audiology when hearing loss, concussion, or blast exposure underlies impaired readiness.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Tinnitus·2mo agoAudiologic Characteristics of Military Service Members and Veterans With and Without Tinnitus and Comorbid Posttraumatic Stress DisorderAudiologists working with military and veteran populations should be aware that comorbid PTSD may be associated with distinct audiologic profiles in tinnitus patients, suggesting the need for integrated screening and interdisciplinary care pathways.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Tinnitus·2mo agoClinical and Demographic Characterization of Tinnitus and Factors Associated With Discomfort in a Large Sample of Patients Evaluated in Bogota, ColombiaClinicians in Latin American settings and globally may reference this large-sample characterization to benchmark local tinnitus populations, though findings must be replicated before changing assessment or management protocols.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Tinnitus·2mo agoPsychological Correlates of Tinnitus Handicap: Associations with Personality Traits and Emotional DistressAudiologists managing tinnitus patients should routinely screen for emotional distress and personality-linked vulnerability, as these psychological factors appear to independently predict tinnitus-related handicap and may warrant referral for psychological support.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·2mo agoEvaluation of the Efficacy and Safety of Collagen Mesotherapy in the Course of Chronic Cervicocephalic Syndrome-A Retrospective Observational StudyCervical spine disorders are sometimes linked to dizziness and balance complaints seen in audiology clinics; evidence on novel cervical treatments is of peripheral interest to vestibular specialists considering multidisciplinary referral pathways.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Hearing aids·2mo agoInitial High-Frequency Amplification Accuracy Predicts Long-Term Hearing Aid Fitting Outcomes: A Real Ear Measurement-Based StudyPrioritise high-frequency REM accuracy at the initial fitting visit, as this study identifies it as a predictor of one-year outcomes; clinicians should audit their first-fit verification protocols accordingly.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·2mo agoArtificial Intelligence Reading of Postoperative Cochlear Implant X-RaysAI-assisted postoperative cochlear implant X-ray reading is promising for reducing inter-reader variability, but clinical adoption should await validation in prospective multicentre studies before replacing or formally supplementing standard radiologist review.＋Save
Hearing Review·Journal article·Research (general)·2mo agoStudy Finds Nearly 1 in 4 Hypertensive Adults Have Sensorineural Hearing LossAudiologists and physicians treating hypertensive patients — especially those who smoke or use ototoxic medications — should be aware of the elevated hearing loss risk; however, this cross-sectional study from a single African population limits direct generalizability, so no...＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·2mo agoNeuroanatomical correlates of stroke-related dizziness and vertigo: secondary analysis from the INSPiRE-TMS trialMapping the brain regions behind stroke-related dizziness could eventually improve triage and differentiation of central versus peripheral vestibular causes in emergency settings.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Clinical audiology·2mo agoIntelligibility of Emotional Speech in Chinese Older Adults: Effects of Age-Related Hearing LossAudiologists treating Mandarin-speaking older adults should be aware that age-related hearing loss reduces intelligibility of emotional speech more than flat speech, suggesting emotionally naturalistic test materials may better reflect real-world communication difficulties.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Research (general)·2mo agoSynaptic zinc plasticity shapes adaptive and maladaptive cortical plasticity following cochlear injuryIdentifying synaptic zinc plasticity as a driver of both adaptive and maladaptive auditory cortex reorganization after cochlear injury opens a potential new molecular target for future tinnitus and hearing-loss therapies.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·2mo agoInnovations in conservative and surgical therapy for Ménière's disease-narrative reviewThis narrative review provides a useful overview of emerging therapies for Ménière's disease, but as a non-systematic review it does not justify changing current practice without further verification of individual studies cited.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Research (general)·2mo agoTen tips for the diagnosis and management of fibromuscular dysplasiaFibromuscular dysplasia can present with pulsatile tinnitus and cervical artery involvement, making it a rare but important differential diagnosis that audiologists may encounter and should refer onward promptly.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Tinnitus·2mo agoInvestigation of Hyperacusis in Patients with TinnitusAudiologists managing tinnitus patients should routinely screen for hyperacusis, as this study suggests meaningful co-occurrence; however, practice protocols should await replication in larger, well-controlled studies.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·2mo agoPainless vertebral artery dissection mimicking benign paroxysmal positional vertigo: a case reportAudiologists and vestibular specialists should maintain a high index of suspicion for vascular causes of acute positional vertigo — particularly when red flags are absent — and refer urgently if clinical findings don't fully fit BPPV.＋Save
Audiology Worldnews·Blog·Hearing aids·2mo agoAudiology’s journey into the unknown – with Starkey’s Dave FabryReframing enduring patient priorities as a compass for future R&D and fitting practices keeps audiologists aligned with what users actually value rather than what technology alone can offer.＋Save
Hearing Health Matters·Blog·Accessibility·2mo agoWhat Makes Us Mad About Our Hearing Loss?First-person patient narratives like this serve as a reminder that hearing technology does not fully resolve the social and emotional toll of hearing loss, underscoring the importance of counseling and psychosocial support in audiologic care.＋Save
Hearing Review·Industry news·Professional practice·2mo agoADA Awards Inaugural Audiology Practice Accreditation to North Carolina ClinicThe launch of the ADA's inaugural Practice Accreditation marks a significant step toward formalizing quality standards for independent audiology clinics, potentially shaping how the profession benchmarks and differentiates practice excellence.＋Save
Hearing Health Matters·Press release·Research (general)·2mo agoSkylark Bio Doses First Patient in Gene Therapy Trial for GJB2-Related Hearing LossIf proven safe and effective, gene therapy targeting GJB2 mutations could offer the first disease-modifying treatment for one of the most common causes of inherited hearing loss, fundamentally reshaping the audiology care pathway.＋Save
Living With Hearing Loss·Blog·Education & training·2mo agoWhat I Told a Room Full of Hearing ScientistsBridging the gap between patient-lived experience and hearing research priorities can lead to studies that are more meaningful and outcomes that patients actually care about.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Research (general)·2mo agoCortical speech-in-noise processing reflects subcortical syllable encoding and lexical attentionNo actionable practice change yet; findings advance understanding of why speech-in-noise ability varies among people with similar audiograms, but do not yet translate to a clinical protocol or test.＋Save
