Conductive Hearing Loss Flashcards
1
Q
what is it?
A
the result of sounds not being able to pass freely to the inner ear
2
Q
pathophysiology?
A
normally abnormality in the outer or middle ear
ear infections
middle ear fluid (glue ear)
perforated ear drums
3
Q
how can conductive hearing loss be diagnosed?
A
can be identified on an audiogram as there is a significant air-bone gap (BC within normal limits)
Rinne test - negative
Weber test - sound heard louder on affected side
4
Q
how does it present?
A
can create fluctuating hearing loss
5
Q
how is it managed?
A
treat underlying cause
typically correctable by surgery
6
Q
common causes
A
Otitis externa Acute otitis media Chronic otitis media Otitis media with effusion Perforation
