Jaishree Pitchaimani, Rakesh Bs, Bharathi Mb, Sudarshan Patil Kulkarni, Shashidhar R, Sumukh Ka Moudgalya, Mahendhar Hn, Prajwal Hs
INTRODUCTION: WHO estimated the prevalence of disabling hearing loss is 5% of the world population (430 million). People with a risk of hearing loss from noise exposure, ototoxic drugs, and comorbidities need regular hearing assessments. It is done by pure tone audiometry (PTA), requiring a skilled audiologist, special equipment, and a soundproof room. Modern technologies can help in overcoming these barriers. This study aimed to fill the lacuna by developing a new android-based application "Shravana Mitra" (Hearing companion) with features of both air conduction (AC) and bone conduction (BC) testing...
February 2024: Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery