PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Public health & policy·2mo agoA Systematic Review and Quality Assessment of Clinical Practice Guidelines for Otitis Externa to Support the WHO Package of Ear and Hearing Care InterventionsClinicians should cross-reference their local otitis externa protocols with the WHO-aligned best-practice recommendations identified in this review, particularly in settings where formal guidelines may be absent or outdated.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·2mo agoA modified hook-assisted transmuscular technique to optimise cochlear implant coupling in patients with thick scalp flapsSurgeons performing cochlear implantation in patients with thick scalp flaps (>8 mm) may consider this hook-assisted transmuscular technique as a practical option to optimise magnet coupling and signal transmission, pending broader replication.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Clinical audiology·2mo agoNeuroendocrine Tumor of the Middle EarClinicians evaluating unexplained middle ear masses should include MEANT in the differential diagnosis; definitive diagnosis requires histopathology with neuroendocrine markers, and this case adds to a limited literature—no practice change is warranted beyond diagnostic...＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Research (general)·2mo agoCharacterizing sexual dysfunction in females with hypermobile Ehlers Danlos syndrome or hypermobility spectrum disorder and genito-pelvic pain through cross-sectional analysisThis article does not have meaningful relevance to the audiology field; it addresses sexual dysfunction in a connective tissue disorder population without a hearing-related focus.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Research (general)·2mo agoCalcitonin Gene-Related Peptide (CGRP): Biology, Signaling, Pathophysiological Roles, and Therapeutic ApplicationsUnderstanding CGRP's role in the auditory and vestibular systems may open future therapeutic targets for conditions such as vestibular migraine and Ménière's disease.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·2mo agoBalance Disorders: Insufficient Supply of Vestibular Examinations by the Italian National Health Service, 2021-2023Quantifying the gap between need and supply of vestibular testing highlights a systemic healthcare access problem that may mirror shortfalls in other national health systems globally.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·2mo agoPersistent Dizziness and Time-Domain Dissociation in Vestibular Function: A Hypothesis-Generating Case Series and Spatiotemporal Framework for Targeted Vestibular RehabilitationThis is hypothesis-generating only; the spatiotemporal framework is not yet validated, so no change to vestibular rehabilitation protocols is warranted until prospective studies confirm the model.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Tinnitus·2mo agoEmpowerment, Self-Management and Illness Perception of Users of an Online Self-Help Platform for Tinnitus: A Cross-Sectional StudyOnline self-help platforms may support empowerment and self-management in tinnitus patients, but this cross-sectional design cannot establish cause-and-effect; audiologists should consider digital support tools as a complement to, not replacement for, structured tinnitus...＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·2mo agoContinuous vs. Interrupted Multi-Talker Babble Background Noise: Impact on Speech Perception in Bimodal Cochlear ImplantsAudiologists fitting bimodal cochlear implant users should consider including both continuous and interrupted background noise conditions in speech-perception testing, as these may capture different aspects of real-world listening performance relevant to candidacy and outcome...＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Clinical audiology·2mo agoWideband Tympanometry Findings in Otitis Media with Effusion-A Systematic ReviewWideband tympanometry shows promise as a more sensitive diagnostic tool for otitis media with effusion in children than conventional tympanometry, but routine protocol adoption should await further standardization of reference norms.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·2mo agoSkull Pneumatization Forms a Biothermal System Protecting Ocular and Vestibular HomeostasisIf validated, this novel biothermal hypothesis could offer a new framework for understanding why some patients develop vestibular or ocular symptoms linked to middle ear and sinus pathology.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Research (general)·2mo agoThe Genetic Causes of Auditory Neuropathy: A Systematic ReviewGenetic testing for auditory neuropathy is clinically meaningful because the causative gene can influence cochlear implant candidacy and expected outcomes; audiologists should advocate for genetic workup in confirmed auditory neuropathy cases.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·2mo agoAuditory Performance Analysis and Evaluation of Quality of Life After Cochlear Implantation in Patients Aged 60 (Sixty) and OlderCochlear implantation delivers meaningful auditory and quality-of-life gains in patients aged 60+; age alone should not be a barrier to implant candidacy, though pre-operative factors such as duration of deafness and residual speech recognition matter.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Tinnitus·2mo agoAssociations of Dietary Factors, Body Mass Index, and Physical Activity with Tinnitus: A Scoping ReviewCurrent evidence is insufficient to recommend specific dietary or lifestyle interventions for tinnitus management; however, the review supports discussing general metabolic health and physical activity as part of holistic patient counseling.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Research (general)·2mo agoNetwork Meta-Analysis of Cognitive Impairment and miRNA Expression in Alzheimer's Disease Patients with Hearing Loss: A Systematic Review and Cross-ValidationClarifying the molecular link between hearing loss and Alzheimer's disease could eventually guide early screening and intervention strategies in audiology practice.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Clinical audiology·2mo agoHearing Outcomes Following Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt Placement: A Scoping ReviewAudiologists should be aware that ventriculoperitoneal shunt placement may alter hearing, but scoping review evidence is insufficient to recommend routine audiological monitoring protocols — clinicians should flag patients with new hearing symptoms post-shunt.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Hearing aids·2mo agoAn Annotation-Free Pipeline for 3D Auricular Bowl Atlas Construction and Statistical Shape Modelling from Surface ScansAutomated 3D ear shape modelling could accelerate and improve the customisation of in-the-ear hearing aids and other ear-worn devices, reducing fitting errors and remakes.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·2mo agoDisrupted Vestibular Nuclei Neuron Development in a Chick Model for Congenital Vestibular DisordersIdentifying the neurodevelopmental consequences of malformed vestibular structures could inform future therapeutic targets for children with congenital balance disorders.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·2mo agoCrystalloid Volume and Postoperative Complications in Semisitting Vestibular Schwannoma SurgeryOptimising intraoperative fluid management in vestibular schwannoma surgery could reduce postoperative complications, ultimately improving hearing and neurological outcomes for patients.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·2mo agoA Rare Case of Co-occurring Ménière's Disease and Red Ear SyndromeDocumenting rare symptom co-occurrences expands the differential diagnosis landscape for audiologists and otologists encountering atypical presentations of Ménière's disease.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Preprint·Vestibular·2mo agoA Multi-Subject Tractography Atlas of Human Cerebellar ConnectionsA high-quality multi-subject cerebellar connectivity atlas could serve as a reference for future research into vestibular disorders, balance rehabilitation, and auditory-cerebellar pathways.＋Save
RNID·Other·Research (general)·2mo agoInvestigation of the relationship between APOE4 expression, hearing loss and Alzheimer Disease pathologyUnderstanding whether APOE4 mechanistically links hearing loss to Alzheimer's pathology could reshape how audiologists counsel high-risk patients and prioritise early intervention.＋Save
RNID·Journal article·Pediatric·2mo agoImproving the function of the infection-fighting cells to prevent glue ear in childrenGlue ear is the most common cause of hearing loss in children, and a better understanding of its immune mechanisms could eventually lead to non-surgical treatments that reduce the need for grommets.＋Save
Hearing Practitioner Australia·Industry news·Education & training·2mo ago$82 million La Trobe Health Clinic includes new audiology service and increased intakeExpanding supervised clinical training sites addresses the pipeline of qualified audiologists, which has long-term implications for workforce capacity across Australia.＋Save
The Hearing Matters Podcast·Podcast·2mo agoHow Hearing Aids Improve Relationships: Ending Effortful Listening and Hearing Clearly AgainSend us Fan Mail Hearing loss does not just affect volume — it affects relationships, confidence, communication, and quality of life. In this episode of the Hearing Matters Podcast , Blaise Delfino, M.S.-HIS and Dr....＋Save
Aurahear·Blog·Accessibility·2mo agoHow Beverley Knight’s mum sparked an Auracast revolutionHigh-profile celebrity advocacy for Auracast Bluetooth broadcast audio could accelerate patient awareness and venue adoption, raising real-world demand for compatible hearing devices.＋Save
Aurahear·Product announcement·Hearing aids·2mo ago· press releaseStarkey introduces StarLink Edge LE AdapterRetrofitting existing premium hearing aids with next-generation Bluetooth LE Audio and Auracast capability extends device lifespan and broadens accessibility without requiring a full upgrade, which is commercially and clinically relevant for fitters.＋Save
Treble Health YouTube·Video·2mo agoIs tinnitus HEREDITARY? #tinnitus #tinnitusresearch #tinnitushelp #tinnituscausesDr. Ben breaks down the connection between family history and tinnitus risk. Want to learn more about our tinnitus clinic locations? Go here: 1) Charlotte NC: https://treblehealth.com/charlotte-nc/ 2) Philadelphia PA: https://treblehealth.com/locations/philadelphia-pa/ 3)...＋Save
Aurahear·Blog·Accessibility·2mo agoAs the World Cup kicks off, new website shows how Auracast can be a winner in stadiumsAuracast's potential to replace legacy assistive listening infrastructure in large venues could significantly expand real-world hearing accessibility for hearing aid users at scale.＋Save
