The use of impedance audiometry in the diagnosis of children in the 6-month period in the Department of Pediatric Otolaryngology of the Medical University of Warsaw

Abstract

Introduction. Impedance audiometry is one of the best objective tests available to assess the function of the middle ear. It can be performed in patients of any age. Based on the results of impedance audiometry, you can draw the first conclusions about the condition of the middle ear and further diagnostics. Aim. The aim of the study was a retrospective assessment of the results of impedance audiometry carried out over a period of 6 months among children staying in the Department of Pediatric Otolaryngology of the Pediatric Clinical Hospital in Warsaw. Material and methods. In the period from May to the end of November 2021, in the Department of Pediatric Otolaryngology of the Pediatric Clinical Hospital of the Medical University of Warsaw, impedance audiometry was carried out on 319 children using Interacoustics Titan equipment. The results were analyzed for each patient and the age at which the patient was examined. Results. The most common type of tympanogram was type A (norm). The smallest number of results was obtained with the Ad type. We noted an increased number of pathology on the left side. Conclusions. Analysis of the results confirmed the important role of impedance audiometry in hearing tests. Extensive audiological diagnostics allow to minimize the risk of making mistakes, unnecessary hospitalizations, as well as unnecessary involvement of the operating theatre.