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Knowledge and Practices of Hearing Screening and Hearing Loss Management among Ear, Nose, and Throat Physicians in Saudi Arabia

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Introduction: One of the main factors that lead to increased hearing loss consequences and progression is inadequate knowledge and practice of hearing screening and hearing loss management modalities. In Saudi Arabia, ear, nose, and throat (ENT) physicians are the primary source of knowledge about hearing loss and its management. The aim of the present study is to assess the knowledge and practice of hearing screening and hearing loss management among ENT physicians in Saudi Arabia. Objective: The aim of the present study is to assess the knowledge and practice of hearing screening and hearing loss management among ENT physicians in Saudi Arabia. Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional descriptive study with 106 ENT physicians working at different hospitals in Saudi Arabia from January to May 2023. A questionnaire consisting of 2 sections with 20 questions was used to assess the knowledge and practice of hearing screening and hearing loss management for children. Results: = 0.489). Conclusion: More research should be conducted to assess the practice of hearing screening in Saudi Arabia. Our recommendation is the provision of more educational sessions about the recent guidelines on hearing loss screening.

Source: International Archives of Otorhinolaryngology

DOI: 10.1055/s-0045-1811516

Authors: Fahad Wadi S. Alanazi, Lujain Bandar Alotaibi, Yousef Aljathlany, Saleh Alabood

Institutions: Northern Border University, Imam Mohammad ibn Saud Islamic University, King Saud University, Security Forces Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Hearing Loss and Rehabilitation

Subfield: Speech and Hearing

Field: Health Professions

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W7147695877