PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Pediatric·2mo agoAuditory function in pediatric idiopathic nephrotic syndrome: Correlations with disease severity and corticosteroid burdenAudiologists seeing pediatric patients with idiopathic nephrotic syndrome should be aware of a potential association between disease severity, corticosteroid burden, and hearing dysfunction — routine audiological monitoring in this population may be warranted, pending...＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·2mo agoPostural Instability and Fall Risk in Type 2 Diabetes: A Cross-Sectional Study Using Posturography and Video Head Impulse TestAudiologists and vestibular specialists should consider vestibular function testing in patients with type 2 diabetes, particularly those with known diabetic complications, as this population shows measurable postural instability and elevated fall risk.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Research (general)·2mo agoDigital Workflow for Peri-Implant Soft Tissue Management Following Jaw Reconstruction Using a Patient-Specific CAD/CAM Vestibuloplasty Stent: A Preliminary Case SeriesThis article has no meaningful relevance to audiology practice or hearing science and appears to have been included in this feed in error.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·2mo agoInvestigating the Time-Course of Verticality Sensitivity Changes During Visuo-Vestibular ConflictUnderstanding exactly how and how fast the brain re-weights visual versus vestibular cues during conflict could eventually inform the design of vestibular rehabilitation exercises and dizziness diagnostics.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·2mo agoHigh-resolution intraoperative guide for cochlear implant surgery using optical coherence tomographyPreliminary evidence supports OCT as an intraoperative guidance tool for cochlear implant electrode insertion, but clinical adoption awaits larger controlled trials confirming improved outcomes.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Research (general)·2mo agoClinical and imaging findings after antiviral treatment in cats with presumptive neurologic feline infectious peritonitis: 9 cases (2020-2024)This article is not relevant to the audiology field and appears to have been included in error.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Hearing aids·2mo agoHealth and disability assessment in individuals with hearing loss: a longitudinal study using WHODAS 2.0Audiologists should consider WHODAS 2.0 as a longitudinal outcome measure alongside audiometric testing to capture the functional and disability impact of hearing aid fitting over time.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Research (general)·2mo agoWhat has been researched about implicit memory in speech-language-hearing pathology? A scoping reviewUnderstanding the role of implicit memory in hearing and communication disorders could open new avenues for rehabilitation strategies, particularly for patients who struggle with traditional learning-based approaches.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Tinnitus·2mo agoNetwork analysis of the tinnitus functional index (TFI)Network analysis findings may inform refinement of TFI subscale interpretation, but clinicians should continue using the validated full TFI without modification until revised scoring guidelines are published.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·2mo agoSequential Bilateral Cochlear Implantation via the Transmastoid Labyrinthotomy Approach Using Custom-Made Electrodes in a Pediatric Patient With Common Cavity Deformities: A Case ReportThis single case report documents a feasible surgical strategy for bilateral CI in common cavity deformity; not practice-changing but useful as a reference technique for rare complex cases.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Research (general)·2mo agoComparative safety signals of carboplatin and cisplatin in lung cancer: a pharmacovigilance study based on FAERSAudiologists monitoring patients on platinum-based chemotherapy should note that cisplatin carries a stronger ototoxicity signal than carboplatin per this database study, reinforcing existing monitoring guidelines — no immediate practice change beyond current ASHA/AAA...＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·2mo agoUsing cortical auditory-evoked potential responses to verify the objective benefit of aural rehabilitation in adult cochlear implant usersCAEPs show promise as an objective tool for verifying rehabilitation benefit in adult CI users; audiologists working in CI programs may consider integrating CAEP measurement into outcomes tracking, though broader validation is still needed before routine adoption.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Research (general)·2mo agoSecondary Revision With Boot Flap in a Case of Tessier No. 0 CleftThis article has minimal relevance to audiology; it describes a reconstructive surgery technique for a rare facial cleft and does not intersect with hearing, balance, or related clinical practice.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·2mo agoRadiation-induced cavernous malformation arising within vestibular schwannoma manifesting as subarachnoid hemorrhage: Case report and literature reviewAudiologists managing patients with vestibular schwannoma treated by radiation should be aware that delayed radiation-induced vascular complications are rare but can be life-threatening — urgent neurosurgical referral is warranted if treated patients present with sudden severe...＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·2mo agoRepetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for Dizziness, Balance, and Postural Stability in Adult Patients With Chronic Peripheral Vestibular Dizzinessare too preliminary to recommend rTMS as a routine clinical intervention for chronic peripheral vestibular dizziness; await replication in larger controlled trials before changing practice.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Hearing aids·2mo agoExploring the Relationship Between Hearing Status, Cognitive Function, and Neurological Symptom Burden: The Impact of Hearing Aids on Veteran HealthIf the study shows hearing aid use is associated with better cognitive and neurological outcomes in veterans, audiologists serving this population should prioritize early hearing aid fitting and counseling on cognitive benefits — but causality cannot be confirmed from an...＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Public health & policy·2mo agoQuantifying Classification Exposure Dose From the Pilot Veteran Military Occupational and Environmental Assessment ToolAccurate occupational exposure classification is a foundational step for future epidemiological studies linking military noise and chemical exposures to hearing loss and vestibular disorders.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Clinical audiology·2mo agoVision, hearing, and dementia in older adults receiving home care services: implications for optometric practiceAudiologists treating older home-care patients should routinely screen for co-occurring vision impairment and dementia, as dual sensory loss significantly compounds functional decline and requires coordinated care planning.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Hearing aids·2mo agoTowards a standardized assessment of manual dexterity in hearing aid users using the ABILHAND questionnaireIf validated further, the ABILHAND questionnaire could offer audiologists a quick, standardized way to flag patients who may struggle with hearing aid handling, enabling earlier dexterity-targeted counseling or device selection.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Clinical audiology·2mo agoScreening for age-related hearing loss in general practice: feasibility, diagnostic Value, and subsequent care pathways-a pilot studyPrimary care hearing loss screening for adults 65+ appears feasible in general practice settings; audiologists should anticipate potential increases in referral volume if such screening pathways are adopted and prepare care pathway protocols accordingly.＋Save
Hearing Tracker·Press release·Education & training·2mo agoWSA Launches EMPOWERS U to Support the Next Generation of AudiologistsWorkforce pipeline programs like EMPOWERS U could help address the growing shortage of audiologists needed to meet rising demand for hearing healthcare.＋Save
Audiology Worldnews·Blog·Professional practice·2mo agoWhy Posting on Facebook Isn’t a Marketing StrategyAs independent audiology clinics face increasing competition from retail chains and online providers, effective digital marketing strategy is becoming a key business survival skill for clinic owners.＋Save
Doctor Cliff, AuD·Video·2mo agoWidex Allure AI Hearing Aids: Background Noise TestWidex Allure AI Hearing Aids: Background Noise Test The new Widex Allure AI hearing aids use artificial intelligence to improve speech clarity...but do they actually help in noisy situations? #hearingaids #hearingloss #widexallure #hearingtech＋Save
Hearing Tracker·Press release·Hearing aids·2mo agoStarkey Cares Hosts a Hearing Event for Individuals with Usher SyndromeThe event highlights growing industry awareness of the unique, complex needs of the Usher syndrome community, where combined hearing and vision loss demands specialized audiological support.＋Save
MED-EL YouTube·Video·2mo agoDa Perda Auditiva a um Implante de Coclear: a Jornada Auditiva da Fernanda.► Learn more about cochlear implants at: https://www.medel.com/hearing-solutions/cochlear-implants *Da Perda Auditiva a um Implante de Coclear: a Jornada Auditiva da Fernanda.* Conheça a Fernanda, mãe de uma usuária de implante coclear (CI) e Mentora Hearpeers do Brasil....＋Save
Doctor Cliff, AuD·Video·2mo agoWhy Hearing Aids Sound Tinny (And How to Fix Them)Do your hearing aids sound tinny, sharp, metallic, or unnatural? You're not alone. One of the most common complaints from new hearing aid users is that everything sounds too high-pitched or "tinny." The good news is that this problem often has a solution. In this video, Dr....＋Save
RNID·Journal article·Research (general)·2mo agoFrom ears to brain: understanding and measuring hearing lossFindings are preliminary and exploratory; no immediate change to audiology practice is warranted, but audiologists should be aware of the growing evidence linking central auditory processing (how the brain interprets sound) to dementia diagnosis.＋Save
Hearing Review·Blog·Clinical audiology·2mo agoWhat to Tell Audio Engineers About Equalizations for Their Hearing LossAudiologists counseling audio engineers or musicians should understand that standard hearing-aid frequency shaping based solely on audiogram targets may be inadequate for this population; fitting strategies should account for the critical listening demands and monitor-level...＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Pediatric·2mo agoPatient navigation interventions for deaf and hard of hearing children and their families: A scoping reviewNo immediate practice change; findings map the landscape of patient navigation programs for DHH children but do not yet provide tested protocols audiologists can adopt directly.＋Save
