The Impact of COVID-19 and the Pandemic on Tinnitus: A Systematic Review

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Congenital Inner Ear Abnormalities and COVID-19-Related Ear Infections

Shivesh Maharaj et al.

Summary: Congenital deformities of the inner ear can be associated with infection risk and hearing dysfunction, and abnormalities in the semicircular canals may be asymptomatic and unrelated to acute infections.

ENT-EAR NOSE & THROAT JOURNAL (2022)

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Review Clinical Neurology

Hearing Loss, Tinnitus, and Dizziness in COVID-19: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Zahra Jafari et al.

Summary: Research indicates that COVID-19 can cause hearing loss, tinnitus, and dizziness, but caution is advised in interpreting these findings due to insufficient evidence and heterogeneity among studies. Well-designed studies and follow-up assessments are recommended to study the otologic symptoms of SARS-CoV-2 using standard objective tests.

CANADIAN JOURNAL OF NEUROLOGICAL SCIENCES (2022)

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International survey of audiologists during the COVID-19 pandemic: effects on the workplace

Vinaya Manchaiah et al.

Summary: This study found that the COVID-19 pandemic has led to significant changes in audiology workplaces, with many audiologists reporting reduced caseloads and working hours. However, some audiologists believe that services such as access to hearing assessment, hearing device adjustment, and general audiological support are more important during the pandemic.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF AUDIOLOGY (2022)

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Prevalence of Otorhinolaryngological Symptoms in Covid 19 Patients

Saee Savtale et al.

Summary: The study revealed a high prevalence of ENT symptoms in COVID 19 positive patients, with these symptoms serving as biomarkers for early diagnosis, facilitating faster treatment and isolation, ultimately leading to better disease containment.

INDIAN JOURNAL OF OTOLARYNGOLOGY AND HEAD & NECK SURGERY (2022)

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Letter Otorhinolaryngology

Hearing Loss in SARS-CoV-2: What Do We Know?

Jeyasakthy Saniasiaya

ENT-EAR NOSE & THROAT JOURNAL (2021)

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Letter Otorhinolaryngology

Tinnitus revival during COVID-19 lockdown: how to deal with it?

Roberta Anzivino et al.

EUROPEAN ARCHIVES OF OTO-RHINO-LARYNGOLOGY (2021)

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Otolaryngological manifestations of hospitalised patients with confirmed COVID-19 infection

Muge Ozcelik Korkmaz et al.

Summary: The study aimed to evaluate the incidence and characteristics of otolaryngology symptoms in COVID-19 patients. Data from 116 patients revealed that sore throat, smell and/or taste disturbances were the most common otolaryngologic symptoms, while different symptoms were also observed in the otological or laryngeal areas, especially in patients over 60 years old and women.

EUROPEAN ARCHIVES OF OTO-RHINO-LARYNGOLOGY (2021)

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Article Otorhinolaryngology

Tinnitus and equilibrium disorders in COVID-19 patients: preliminary results

Pasquale Viola et al.

Summary: This multicentric study conducted in 15 Italian hospitals aimed to investigate the prevalence of subjective tinnitus and dizziness in COVID-19 patients using an online 10-item close-ended questionnaire. Results showed that 18.4% of patients reported equilibrium disorders, while 23.2% reported tinnitus, indicating that otoneurological symptoms may affect COVID-19 patients. More studies are needed to further explore the prevalence and mechanisms of these symptoms.

EUROPEAN ARCHIVES OF OTO-RHINO-LARYNGOLOGY (2021)

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Otolaryngological symptoms in COVID-19

Elif Elibol

Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the frequency of otolaryngological symptoms in COVID-19 patients based on age, gender, and pneumonia-related thorax CT characteristics. The results showed that otolaryngological symptoms were more common in females and in the 18-30 age group. Patients with viral pneumonia were more likely to exhibit these symptoms, providing important insights for managing COVID-19 patients with otolaryngological complaints.

EUROPEAN ARCHIVES OF OTO-RHINO-LARYNGOLOGY (2021)

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Article Psychology, Clinical

Dismantling internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy for tinnitus. The contribution of applied relaxation: A randomized controlled trial

Eldre W. Beukes et al.

Summary: This study investigated the contribution of applied relaxation in reducing tinnitus distress and the effects of ICBT on different tinnitus subgroups. The results showed that both ICBT and applied relaxation significantly reduced tinnitus severity, with ICBT group showing greater reduction in tinnitus distress, although a more significant reduction in hyperacusis was observed in the ICBT group.

INTERNET INTERVENTIONS-THE APPLICATION OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IN MENTAL AND BEHAVIOURAL HEALTH (2021)

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Assessment and characterisation of post-COVID-19 manifestations

Marwa Kamal et al.

Summary: The study found that the majority of COVID-19 survivors experience post-viral symptoms, with fatigue being the most common, and some experiencing severe complications such as stroke and myocarditis. The presence of comorbidities prior to COVID-19 infection is related to the severity of post-COVID-19 manifestations.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CLINICAL PRACTICE (2021)

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Article Otorhinolaryngology

COVID-19 and Tinnitus

Pramod Chirakkal et al.

Summary: COVID-19 can cause a variety of symptoms, including damage to the auditory organs in the inner ear, with tinnitus being a common issue during the pandemic. This is the first reported case of hearing loss and tinnitus in a COVID-19 patient in Qatar, emphasizing the importance for otolaryngologists to be aware of its correlation with the coronavirus.

ENT-EAR NOSE & THROAT JOURNAL (2021)

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Review Psychiatry

Prevalence of symptoms of depression, anxiety, insomnia, posttraumatic stress disorder, and psychological distress among populations affected by the COVID-19 pandemic: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Jude Mary Cenat et al.

Summary: The pooled prevalence of depression, anxiety, insomnia, PTSD, and psychological distress related to COVID-19 is high across affected populations, with healthcare workers showing a significantly higher prevalence of insomnia compared to others.

PSYCHIATRY RESEARCH (2021)

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Symptoms of anxiety disorders in Iranian adolescents with hearing loss during the COVID-19 pandemic (vol 21, 114, 2021)

Saeed Ariapooran et al.

Summary: The paper has been amended and the updated version can be accessed through the original article.

BMC PSYCHIATRY (2021)

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Review Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology

One year on: an updated systematic review of SARS-CoV-2, COVID-19 and audio-vestibular symptoms

Ibrahim Almufarrij et al.

Summary: This study systematically reviewed the relationship between COVID-19 and audio-vestibular symptoms, finding multiple reports linking COVID-19 with hearing loss, tinnitus, and rotatory vertigo, but highlights a lack of high-quality studies comparing cases and controls.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF AUDIOLOGY (2021)

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Article Medicine, General & Internal

Suggestions for shaping tinnitus service provision in Western Europe: Lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic

Eldre W. Beukes et al.

Summary: During the COVID-19 pandemic, individuals with tinnitus in Europe require support for tinnitus, hearing-related difficulties, social support, and pandemic-related issues. Future directions for tinnitus care include the need for professional support, a greater variety of therapies and resources, more information about tinnitus, prioritization of tinnitus research, and increased support for hearing protection and prevention of hearing loss.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CLINICAL PRACTICE (2021)

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The COVID-19 Sequelae: A Cross-Sectional Evaluation of Post-recovery Symptoms and the Need for Rehabilitation of COVID-19 Survivors

Ayman Iqbal et al.

Summary: The study assessed the prevalence and characteristics of post-COVID-19 manifestations and their impact on the quality of life of recovered individuals. Findings showed that a vast majority experienced at least one post-COVID-19 symptom, with fatigue being the most common. There was a significant correlation between post-COVID-19 symptoms and factors like gender, age, time since recovery, and severity of COVID-19.

CUREUS JOURNAL OF MEDICAL SCIENCE (2021)

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Contemporary review of the causes and differential diagnosis of sudden sensorineural hearing loss

Yi-Ho Young

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF AUDIOLOGY (2020)

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Clinical Characteristics of Coronavirus Disease 2019 in China

W. Guan et al.

NEW ENGLAND JOURNAL OF MEDICINE (2020)

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New type of corona virus induced acute otitis media in adult

Vural Fidan

AMERICAN JOURNAL OF OTOLARYNGOLOGY (2020)

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Audiological profile of asymptomatic Covid-19 PCR-positive cases

M. W. M. Mustafa

AMERICAN JOURNAL OF OTOLARYNGOLOGY (2020)

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Letter Otorhinolaryngology

COVID-19 and hearing difficulties

Eleonora M. C. Trecca et al.

AMERICAN JOURNAL OF OTOLARYNGOLOGY (2020)

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Comment on Hearing loss and COVID-19: A note

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Jerome R. Lechien et al.

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Early recovery following new onset anosmia during the COVID-19 pandemic - an observational cohort study

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Approaching Otolaryngology Patients During the COVID-19 Pandemic

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Covid-19 Lockdown Affects Hearing Disability and Handicap in Diverse Ways: A Rapid Online Survey Study

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Persistent self-reported changes in hearing and tinnitus in post-hospitalisation COVID-19 cases

Kevin J. Munro et al.

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Does coronavirus affect the audio-vestibular system? A rapid systematic review

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Acute Profound Sensorineural Hearing Loss After COVID-19 Pneumonia

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A Liaison between Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss and SARS-CoV-2 Infection

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The Effect of Environmental Stressors on Tinnitus: A Prospective Longitudinal Study on the Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic

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Changes in Tinnitus Experiences During the COVID-19 Pandemic

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Audiologist-Guided Internet-Based Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Adults With Tinnitus in the United Kingdom: A Randomized Controlled Trial

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Effectiveness of Guided Internet-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy vs Face-to-Face Clinical Care for Treatment of Tinnitus A Randomized Clinical Trial

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