Effect of Amplification on Speech and Language in Children With Aural Atresia

Abstract

Our findings highlight a relationship between side of atresia, time of first amplification, compliance in aid use, and speech and language abilities.

Long-term results and quality of life after vibrant soundbridge implantation (VSBs) in children and adults with aural atresia

“…Many previous studies investigating audiological outcome in patients with atresia of the auditory canal only report on a follow-up period after initial fitting, which means approximately six weeks after implantation. [ 3 , 9 , 26 – 28 ] or up to 3 or 6 months after implantation [ 29 – 31 ]. Hempel et al [ 32 ] and Mandala [ 33 ] reported long-term results up to 36 months and 41.7 ± 18.6 months on average, respectively.…”

“…Independent of the onset of unilateral hearing loss (congenital or acquired), associated difficulties in directional hearing or speech recognition in noisy environments can affect the quality of life [ 2 ]. In particular, children with congenital aural atresia may have impairments in speech and language development, and consequently may perform poorly in school [ 3 ]. There are studies that show a positive relationship between the time of first hearing amplification by hearing devices, compliance in aid use, speech and language abilities, and general development of children [ 3 ].…”

“…In particular, children with congenital aural atresia may have impairments in speech and language development, and consequently may perform poorly in school [ 3 ]. There are studies that show a positive relationship between the time of first hearing amplification by hearing devices, compliance in aid use, speech and language abilities, and general development of children [ 3 ]. Children with AA who receive early amplification have similar language, communication, reading, and school performance to normal-hearing classmates [ 4 ].…”

Contribution of spectral pinna cues for sound localization in children with congenital unilateral conductive hearing loss after hearing rehabilitation

“…Finally, it has been suggested that early treatment with a BCD might be more beneficial than implantation later in life (Attaway et al, 2015;Liu et al, 2017). In general, there is consensus that hearing rehabilitation should start sooner rather than later in life (Cremers et al, 2010).…”