Hearing loss among high-risk newborns admitted to a tertiary Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

Khairy, May; Abuelhamed, Walaa A.; Ahmed, Radwa Sayed; Fouly, Hedayet El Sayed El; Elhawary, Ismail Mohamed

doi:10.1080/14767058.2017.1326902

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“…In the study conducted by Khairy in 2017, sepsis was the risk factor for hearing loss in infants [7], but in the Alaee study, no correlation was found between sepsis and hearing loss [22]. This result is consistent with our findings.…”

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Prevalence and Risk Factors for Hearing Loss in Neonates Admitted to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit: A Hospital Study

Hardani¹,

Goodarzi²,

Delphi³

et al. 2020

Cureus

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Introduction: Hearing loss is one of the most common congenital disabilities in neonates. The aims of this study were to investigate the prevalence of hearing loss and identify the most significant risk factor in neonates hospitalized at the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Methods: This cross-sectional study involved 530 neonates admitted to NICU Abuzar Hospital with risk factors for hearing loss based on Joint Committee of Infant Hearing (JCIH). The hearing screening tests include transient evoked otoacoustic emissions (TEOAES) and the automated auditory brain stem response (AABR). For infants with abnormal AABR and TEOAE results, the Auditory Brainstem Response (ABR) and Auditory Steady-State Responses (ASSR) tests were performed. Result: Of 530 infants, 27 (5.09%) were diagnosed with different types of hearing loss. Ototoxic drugs, hyperbilirubinemia requiring exchange transfusion, asphyxia, low weight birth, Apgar score < 5, and a kinship marriage of parents were significant risk factors for hearing loss in our study population. Conclusion: Due to the high prevalence of hearing loss in the NICU, it is recommended that a hearing screening program be performed for all infants admitted to the NICU. Implement a comprehensive plan for neonatal hearing screening for early detection and intervention of hearing loss is essential.

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“…Otoacoustic emission is a non-invasive, rapid, and appropriate method for assessing cochlear function. However, the diagnostic value of TEOAE alone is limited and ABR is more reliable for hearing screening [7].…”

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Prevalence and Risk Factors for Hearing Loss in Neonates Admitted to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit: A Hospital Study

Hardani¹,

Goodarzi²,

Delphi³

et al. 2020

Cureus

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“…Their diagnosis is usually based on a combination of symptoms, laboratory parameters and clinical evaluations. Studies that show a significant association between sepsis or meningitis and hearing loss do not state the exact definition of diagnosis or the treatment guidelines . Diagnostic criteria and treatment regimens for sepsis and meningitis also typically vary across hospitals and settings, reducing the generalisation of these results .…”

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Prevalence and risk factors for hearing loss in high‐risk neonates in Germany

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Aim: Hearing loss in infants is often diagnosed late, despite universal screening programmes. Risk factors of hearing impairment in high-risk neonates, identified from population-based studies, can inform policy around targeted screening. Our aim was to determine the prevalence and the risk factors of hearing loss in a high-risk neonatal population. Methods:This was a retrospective cohort study of neonates hospitalised at the University and were part of the newborn hearing screening programme. Multivariable regression analyses using the lasso approach was performed.Results: Data were available for 4512 (43% female) neonates with a mean gestational age at birth of 35.5 weeks. The prevalence of hearing loss was 1.6%, and 42 (0.9%) neonates had permanent hearing loss. Craniofacial anomalies, hyperbilirubinaemia requiring exchange transfusion, oxygen supplementation after 36 weeks of gestation and hydrops fetalis showed associations with permanent hearing loss.Conclusion: Our findings of risk factors for hearing loss were consistent with other studies.However, some commonly demonstrated risk factors such as perinatal infections, meningitis, sepsis and ototoxic drugs did not show significant associations in our cohort. Targeted screening based on risk factors may help early identification of hearing loss in neonates.

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“…Screening newborns for hearing impairment or hearing loss is important as this is one of the most frequent congenital conditions, affecting about 1-6 newborns per 1000 live births [1,2] with much higher rates among high-risk infants admitted to neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) [3]. In addition, about half of hearing impaired newborns have no known risk factors [1] highlighting the necessity to screen all newborns.…”

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Mothers’ perceptions of universal newborn hearing screening in transitional Albania

Qirjazi

Toçi

Tushe³

et al. 2020

PLoS ONE

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The universal newborn hearing screening (UNHS) component of the multi-center EUSCREEN project is being piloted in Albania since January 1 st 2018. The aim of this study was to explore mothers' perceptions about various elements of UNHS in Albania. A crosssectional study was carried out in the three sites of UNHS in Albania, namely in Tirana, Kukë s and Pogradec during May-June 2019. During this period 512 consecutively approached mothers giving birth to included maternity hospitals were interviewed face-toface about different aspects of UNHS. Basic socio-demographic and socioeconomic information was also collected. Mean age of participating mothers was 28.6 years ± 5.5 years. The overwhelming majority (93%) of mothers knew what their baby was being tested for, 33% were aware that hearing screening was offered in maternity hospital, 94% were very satisfied/satisfied with UNHS and about 62% were very stressed/stressed waiting for screening results, with significant sociodemographic and socioeconomic differences. The main information source about UNHS was screening staff in the maternity hospitals where mothers gave birth, reported in 67% of cases. All mothers (100%) agreed on the importance of early detection of newborn hearing problems, all mothers were willing to be informed early if their newborn baby had a hearing problem and all mothers were willing to contribute financially for testing the hearing of their newborn baby. These findings should guide information and education campaigns about UNHS in Albania. The public willingness to financially support neonatal hearing testing should be considered as an opportunity to achieve universal newborn hearing screening in the country.

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Hearing loss among high-risk newborns admitted to a tertiary Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

Abstract: The prevalence of hearing loss is highest among high risk neonates and TEOAE and AABR were found to be reliable screening tools. Use of ototoxic drugs and mechanical ventilation for more than five days were significant risk factors for hearing loss in our study population.

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Prevalence and Risk Factors for Hearing Loss in Neonates Admitted to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit: A Hospital Study

Prevalence and Risk Factors for Hearing Loss in Neonates Admitted to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit: A Hospital Study

Prevalence and risk factors for hearing loss in high‐risk neonates in Germany

Mothers’ perceptions of universal newborn hearing screening in transitional Albania

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