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: Received: 10 November 2023 / Approved: 13 November 2023 / Online: 13 November 2023 (11:38:36 CET)
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Pantaleo, A.; Murri, A.; Cavallaro, G.; Pontillo, V.; Quaranta, N. Hearing Rehabilitation in Single Side Deafness: CROS vs BCD vs CI. Preprints2023, 2023110817. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202311.0817.v1
Pantaleo, A.; Murri, A.; Cavallaro, G.; Pontillo, V.; Quaranta, N. Hearing Rehabilitation in Single Side Deafness: CROS vs BCD vs CI. Preprints 2023, 2023110817. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202311.0817.v1
Pantaleo, A.; Murri, A.; Cavallaro, G.; Pontillo, V.; Quaranta, N. Hearing Rehabilitation in Single Side Deafness: CROS vs BCD vs CI. Preprints2023, 2023110817. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202311.0817.v1
APA Style
Pantaleo, A., Murri, A., Cavallaro, G., Pontillo, V., & Quaranta, N. (2023). Hearing Rehabilitation in Single Side Deafness: CROS vs BCD vs CI. Preprints. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202311.0817.v1
Chicago/Turabian Style
Pantaleo, A., Vito Pontillo and Nicola Quaranta. 2023 "Hearing Rehabilitation in Single Side Deafness: CROS vs BCD vs CI" Preprints. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202311.0817.v1
Abstract
Single-sided deafness (SSD) refers to a condition where there is severe to profound Sensorineural hearing loss in one ear, while the other ear has normal or near-normal hearing.
SSD can significantly impact an individual's ability to localize sounds, understand speech in noisy environments, and maintain spatial awareness, often resulting in a reduced quality of life and increased social isolation. In children with unilateral deafness, it can impede spoken language development and potentially impact cognitive abilities.
Historically, there was a misconception that the unaffected ear could adequately support speech development in early cases and provide acceptable hearing function in adults. Consequently, SSD was frequently undertreated. However, advances in technology and a deeper understanding of the psychological and developmental impact of SSD have led to a shift in management strategies.
Various treatment options are available for addressing SSD, but ongoing debate surrounds the most effective approach. These options include cochlear implants (CI), contra-lateral-routing-of-signal (CROS) devices, and bone conduction devices (BCDs).
The aim of this study is to review the scientific evidence on different treatment options for SSD and compare their impact on the quality of life of individuals with this condition.
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