Korean J Geriatr Gerontol.
2023 Apr;24(1):12-16. 10.15656/kjcg.2023.24.1.12.
Approaches to Age-Related Hearing Loss
- Affiliations
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- 1Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Soonchunhyang University College of Medicine, Bucheon, Korea
- KMID: 2566348
- DOI: http://doi.org/10.15656/kjcg.2023.24.1.12
Abstract
- Age-related hearing loss (ARHL) or presbycusis is bilateral progressive sensorineural hearing due to the aging process. ARHL negatively affects interpersonal relationships, cognitive function, psychosocial problems and quality of life. In an aging society, ARHL is rapidly emerging as a public health problem. To improve the welfare and quality of life of the elderly, early diagnosis, prevention and rehabilitation should be carried out. In this review, the characteristics, classification, prevention and treatment of ARHL were investigated.
