Summary of the Systematic Review
Article Citation
Screening for Hearing Loss in Older Adults: An Evidence Review for the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force
Feltner, C., Wallace, I., et al. (2021).
Rockville (MD): Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, (Comparative Effectiveness Review No. 200. AHRQ Publication No. 20-05269-EF-1).
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Eighteen new studies were identified since the previous review for a total of 41 included studies. A review of the limited evidence found:
"several screening tests [e.g., question regarding perceived hearing loss, hearing screening apps] can adequately detect hearing loss in older adults;
no studies reported on the harms of screening or treatment; andÂ
evidence showing benefit from hearing aids on hearing-related function among adults with screen-detected or newly detected hearing loss is limited to studies enrolling veterans" (p. 1202).
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Description
This updated systematic review investigates the benefits and harms of hearing loss screening and intervention, as well as the accuracy of screening tools in adults age 50 years and older. It will be used to update the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommendation of screening for hearing loss in older adults. The recommendation statement from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force can be found in the Associated Articles section.
Years Searched
Up to January 17, 2020
Study Designs Included
Controlled clinical studies; cohort studies
Number of Studies
41
Sponsoring Body
Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
Associated Article(s)
Screening for Hearing Loss in Older Adults: US Preventive Services Task Force Recommendation Statement
What is the difference between a conclusion and a recommendation?
A conclusion summarizes the findings of a systematic review and discusses the interpretation of the findings beyond what is reported statistically. Systematic reviews provide conclusions about the body of scientific evidence and describe the extent to which various assessment, treatment, or service delivery approaches are supported by the evidence, but typically stop short of making specific recommendations for clinical practice. A recommendation states what should or should not be done in clinical practice. Guidelines provide recommendations based on the body of evidence or based on consensus from experts in the field.