Risk factors for hearing loss in neonates admitted to neonatal intensive care units.

Published in: The Journal of laryngology and otology (2021)

Abnormalities in the hearing levels of most neonates who needed hearing retests were completely or partially reversible. Preterm birth, very low birth weight, twins and advanced maternal age are potential risk factors for hearing impairment.

Keyphrases

low birth weight
hearing loss
preterm birth
gestational age
human milk
preterm infants
birth weight
intensive care unit
pregnancy outcomes
body mass index
human health
mechanical ventilation
risk assessment
weight gain