International Pediatric Otolaryngology Group (IPOG) consensus recommendations : Hearing loss in the pediatric patient
Liming, Bryan J; Carter, John; Cheng, Alan; Choo, Daniel; Curotta, John; Carvalho, Daniela; Germiller, John A; Hone, Stephen; Kenna, Margaret A; Loundon, Natalie; Preciado, Diego; Schilder, Anne; Reilly, Brian J; Roman, Stephane; Strychowsky, Julie; Triglia, Jean-Michel; Young, Nancy; Smith, Richard J H
(2016) International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology, volume 90, pp. 251 - 258
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Abstract
OBJECTIVE: To provide recommendations for the workup of hearing loss in the pediatric patient. METHODS: Expert opinion by the members of the International Pediatric Otolaryngology Group. RESULTS: Consensus recommendations include initial screening and diagnosis as well as the workup of sensorineural, conductive and mixed hearing loss in children. The consensus
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statement discusses the role of genetic testing and imaging and provides algorithms to guide the workup of children with hearing loss. CONCLUSION: The workup of children with hearing loss can be guided by the recommendations provided herein.
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Keywords: Congenital hearing loss, Consensus statement, Comprehensive genetic testing, Sensorineural hearing loss, Conductive hearing loss, Consensus Development Conference, Journal Article, Practice Guideline, Review
ISSN: 0165-5876
Publisher: Elsevier Ireland Ltd
Note: Published by Elsevier Ireland Ltd.
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