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Sex, hematocrit, uric acid linked to Meniere`s disease hearing severity
Sex, hematocrit, and uric acid are independently associated with hearing severity in Meniere's disease (MD), according to a study published online May 17 in Acta Oto-Laryngologica.
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Newborn balance testing could flag hidden vestibular problems alongside hearing loss
A new doctoral thesis from Karolinska Institutet shows that the balance system can be assessed during the first months of life.
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Brain imaging offers insights into cochlear implant success
A cochlear implant is a complex electronic device that can improve hearing in individuals with severe to profound hearing loss.
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New medical imaging technology can aid bone removal in cochlear implant surgery
For patients, the technology could eventually make cochlear implant surgery safer by giving surgeons a clearer picture of what to expect.
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Hearing loss contributes to cognitive decline after childhood cancer treatment
The study included 145 children who were treated using radiation therapy for ependymoma, a type of childhood brain tumor. Among them, 34% were diagnosed with severe hearing loss in either ear.
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