Diagnosing Patients with Age-Related Hearing Loss and Tinnitus: Supporting GP Clinical Engagement through Innovation and Pathway Redesign in Audiology Services

The public health challenge of hearing impairment is growing, as age is the major determinant of hearing loss. Almost one in four (22.6%) over 75-year olds reports moderate or severe worry because of hearing problems. There is a 40% comorbidity of tinnitus and balance disorders. Good outcomes depend...

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Main Authors: Adrian Davis, Pauline A. Smith, Michelle Booth, Margaret Martin
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2012-01-01
Series:International Journal of Otolaryngology
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2012/290291