PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·3mo agoDetermining ideal electrode insertion depth in paediatric cochlear implantationIf clear insertion depth targets are identified that correlate with better speech and language outcomes, paediatric CI surgical teams and audiologists should incorporate these benchmarks into pre-operative planning and post-operative evaluation.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·3mo agoCervical vestibular-evoked myogenic potentials mediate the association between vestibular endolymphatic hydrops and clinical outcomes in acute low-tone sensorineural hearing losscVEMP testing may serve as a useful mediating biomarker linking vestibular endolymphatic hydrops to prognosis in acute low-tone sensorineural hearing loss, suggesting clinicians consider cVEMP assessment when evaluating recovery outlook — though further prospective validation is...＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Research (general)·3mo agoRestoration, Not Bypass: Otoferlin Gene Therapy and a New Era in Hearing Loss TreatmentAudiologists should be aware that FDA-approved otoferlin gene therapy (Otarmeni) is now a biological treatment option for patients with confirmed biallelic OTOF-associated SNHL; refer eligible patients to specialized otolaryngology or gene therapy centers for evaluation.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·3mo agoComparative analysis of stereotactic radiosurgery and microsurgery for vestibular schwannoma: a clinical and radiological evaluationUntil the full data are available, audiologists managing patients with vestibular schwannoma should continue to defer to treating neurotology/neurosurgery teams; this comparative study may eventually refine referral and counseling guidance but offers no immediate change to...＋Save
Hearing Review·Blog·Hearing aids·3mo agoFitting More Patients, Compromising None: VA Audiology Can’t Afford a Tradeoff Between Form and FunctionThe piece highlights systemic pressure on VA audiology — one of the largest single hearing-care delivery systems in the world — to find platforms that scale without sacrificing individualized fitting quality.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Clinical audiology·3mo agoSurvey on Clinical Practice Regarding Auditory Processing Disorders in German-Speaking CountriesAudiologists working with APD patients should note that clinical practice across German-speaking countries is likely inconsistent; this survey maps the landscape but does not yet provide evidence to change specific diagnostic or treatment protocols.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Clinical audiology·3mo agoHearing Loss Perceptions in Patients With Subjective Asymmetry: Analysis and ImplicationsSelf-reported hearing asymmetry has limited predictive accuracy for objectively defined asymmetric hearing loss; audiologists should not rely on patient perception alone to rule in or rule out asymmetric hearing loss and should confirm with formal audiometric testing.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·3mo agoNeuromodulation in the rehabilitation of body balance in elderly people with Parkinson's diseaseWith only 20 participants in what appears to be a protocol or pilot RCT, results are preliminary; audiologists and vestibular specialists should monitor this line of research but cannot yet adopt GVS for Parkinsonian balance rehabilitation based on this study alone.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Hearing aids·3mo agoEffects of Source-Specific Dynamic Range Compression on Sound Quality for Individuals With Hearing LossSource-specific dynamic range compression shows promise for improved sound quality ratings, but audiologists should await broader replication and real-world outcome data before modifying fitting protocols.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·3mo agoNine Years of Experience With Bonebridge: Long-Term Clinical and Audiological OutcomesNine-year retrospective data on the Bonebridge implant supports its long-term audiological benefit and safety, reinforcing it as a viable option for appropriate candidates, though the retrospective design limits causal inference.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Preprint·Research (general)·3mo agoStructural connectivity of auditory-linguistic brain networks predicts success in speech categorization and listening in noiseUnderstanding how structural brain connectivity underlies individual differences in speech-in-noise performance could eventually guide personalized hearing rehabilitation strategies.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·AI & technology·3mo agoEvaluating the Accuracy and Completeness of Artificial Intelligence Responses Against Established Otology GuidelinesAudiologists and otologists should not rely on GPT-4 as a standalone clinical reference for otology decisions until its accuracy and completeness against validated guidelines is formally confirmed; this study's results should guide cautious, supplementary use only.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Research (general)·3mo agoImpaired speech-in-noise perception in individuals with a history of hearing symptoms after noise exposureAudiologists should consider supplementing standard audiograms with speech-in-noise testing for patients reporting noise-exposure symptoms, as normal thresholds alone may miss clinically meaningful hearing dysfunction consistent with cochlear synaptopathy (hidden hearing loss).＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Clinical audiology·3mo agoDoes Chronic Neck Pain Matter? Auditory Function in Individuals With Forward Head Posture: An Exploratory Cross-Sectional Comparative StudyPreliminary exploratory findings only — no actionable change to audiology practice is warranted until stronger controlled evidence is available.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·3mo agoBalance Stability Characteristics of Patients with Idiopathic Normal Pressure HydrocephalusNo actionable practice change yet; findings characterize balance deficits in iNPH but do not provide a validated intervention or decision tool for clinical use.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Research (general)·3mo agoParosmia Beyond Olfactory Loss: A Propensity Score-Matched Study of Central Sensitization-Associated ComorbiditiesAudiologists and ENT-adjacent clinicians should be aware that patients presenting with parosmia may carry a higher burden of central sensitization-related comorbidities (migraine, fibromyalgia, chronic pain, hypersomnia); screen accordingly, though this finding does not yet...＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·3mo agoChallenges of Cochlear Implant Use for Spatial Hearing in Children and Adolescents With Asymmetric Hearing Including Single Sided DeafnessClinicians fitting cochlear implants in pediatric asymmetric hearing loss should monitor spatial hearing outcomes carefully, as bimodal fitting benefits and challenges in this population are not yet fully characterized; no single practice change is mandated by this study alone.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Research (general)·3mo agoIdentification of a novel isoform of Slc26a4 by single-cell RNA-sequencing of pendrin-expressing cells in the cochleaNo immediate practice change — this is a basic-science genetic discovery that may eventually inform genetic counseling and diagnosis for Pendred syndrome and DFNB4, but has no direct clinical application yet.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Research (general)·3mo agoEfficacy and safety of transoral endoscopic thyroidectomy vestibular approach of papillary thyroid carcinoma: a network meta-analysisThis article does not pertain to the audiology field; it was likely included in a feed by error or keyword overlap.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Tinnitus·3mo agoEfficacy differences and predictors of personalized mixed acoustic therapy in chronic tinnitus patients with and without hearing lossPersonalized mixed acoustic therapy (narrow-band noise + music) shows efficacy signals for chronic tinnitus, with hearing loss status as a potential outcome predictor — clinicians may consider this approach but should await larger controlled trials before broadly changing...＋Save
Audiology Worldnews·Journal article·Research (general)·3mo ago“Hidden epidemic” finding prompts call for hearing tests in all diabeticsAudiologists should be aware that diabetic patients represent a high-prevalence population; clinics serving patients with diabetes have reasonable grounds to advocate for routine hearing screening referrals, though formal screening guidelines have not yet been updated.＋Save
Hearing Practitioner Australia·Professional org·Professional practice·3mo agoNew Audiology Australia clinical governance model to advance clinical practice in Australian audiologyA formal clinical governance structure from the national peak body could shape future Australian audiology standards, CPD requirements, and best-practice guidelines, with downstream effects on how care is delivered in clinics.＋Save
MED-EL Professionals Blog·Blog·Cochlear implants·3mo agoAnatomy-Based Fitting: A Love Letter From an AudiologistAnatomy-based fitting approaches are gaining attention as a way to personalise cochlear implant programming, and clinician advocacy pieces like this reflect a broader industry shift toward individualised care — though peer-reviewed evidence should guide adoption.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Clinical audiology·3mo agoOtitic Barotrauma Due to Eustachian Tube Dysfunction and Special Considerations in At-Risk PopulationsClinicians evaluating patients with Eustachian tube dysfunction who fly, dive, or experience pressure changes should review current risk-stratification guidance outlined in this review, particularly for at-risk populations.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·3mo agoAssessment of diagnostic reasoning in acute vertigo using vignette-based tools: A cross-sectional comparison between general practitioners and final-year medical studentsImproving front-line diagnostic accuracy for acute vertigo could reduce delayed referrals to audiology and neurotology services.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Clinical audiology·3mo agoRegional Nerve Blocks for Middle Ear Surgery: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials With GRADE AssessmentSurgeons and anesthesiologists performing middle ear procedures should consider this meta-analysis when updating perioperative pain protocols; audiologists in surgical teams may use findings to counsel patients on post-op recovery expectations.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·3mo agoDifferentiating Ménière Disease and Vestibular Migraine: A Prospective MRI Study of Endolymphatic HydropsAudiologists and neurotologists evaluating patients with overlapping Meniere disease and vestibular migraine presentations may find MRI-based hydrops detection a useful adjunct for differential diagnosis, though availability and cost will limit immediate widespread adoption.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·3mo agoNocturnal Hypoxemia Burden Correlates With Vestibular Dysfunction in Obstructive Sleep ApneaAudiologists and vestibular specialists should consider asking patients with unexplained vestibular dysfunction about sleep apnea history, as nocturnal oxygen deprivation may be a contributing factor worth investigating with a sleep specialist.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·3mo agoThe importance of screening for benign paroxysmal positional vertigo in older patients presenting to falls clinicsAudiologists and balance specialists working alongside falls clinics should advocate for routine BPPV screening protocols in that setting, as current referral pathways likely miss a treatable cause of falls in older adults.＋Save
