Year: 2017
Type: article
Abstract: Background and ObjectivesZZThe quantification of hearing aid benefit is important in hearing aid fitting.The abbreviated profile of hearing aid benefit (APHAB) is a useful tool for measuring the benefit of using hearing aids.In this study, we developed a Korean version of APHAB (K-APHAB) and determined its validity and reliability.Subjects and MethodZZAn expert panel translated the original version of APHAB into Korean language.Two bilingual translators back-translated the first translated version into English and it was compared with the original version.After cognitive debriefing, the translation of APHAB into the Korean version was completed.One hundred ninety-seven subjects using hearing aids participated in this study and completed K-APHAB.Reliability was assessed using Cronbach's alpha coefficient, and validity was evaluated by factor analysis and criterion validity.ResultsZZK-APHAB had a good internal consistency (α=0.80).Confirmatory factor analysis showed that K-APHAB is comprised of four subsections, namely 'communication in daily life', 'aversiveness', communication in 'background noise' or 'reverberation'.ConclusionZZThe K-APHAB is a useful tool for evaluating the benefit of hearing aids in Korean hearing-impaired individuals.
Institutions: Seoul National University, Seoul National University Hospital, The Korean Audiological Society, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University, Chungnam National University, Chungnam National University Hospital, Eulji University, Eulji Medical Center, Dankook University Hospital, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital
Language: English
Subfield: Speech and Hearing
Field: Health Professions
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W2605488414