Hearing loss is often undiscovered, but screening is easy

Cleve Clin J Med. 2004 Mar;71(3):225-32. doi: 10.3949/ccjm.71.3.225.

Abstract

Screening for hearing loss should be part of the routine physical examination, but it is often not done because of time constraints. We present a quick and easy office screening test that measures the functional impact of hearing loss. We also review the steps of audiologic management that follow referral by the primary care physician.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Audiometry*
  • Hearing Aids*
  • Hearing Loss / diagnosis*
  • Hearing Loss / epidemiology
  • Hearing Loss / therapy
  • Humans
  • Prevalence
  • Referral and Consultation