Use of Speech-to-Text Translation Resources to Address Communication Barriers in Patients With Hearing Loss: A Systematic Review.

Tatiana FerraroNadia L SamahaUtkarsh TannanSebastian SookramKevin WongTiffany Peng Hwa

Published in: Otology & neurotology : official publication of the American Otological Society, American Neurotology Society [and] European Academy of Otology and Neurotology (2024)

Small studies have suggested an acceptable level of accuracy for STT translation programs as adjunctive to standard of care services. Further work should proactively address implementation challenges with special attention to use of these technologies for patients with concomitant LEP and HL, while supporting additional technological advancement for application of these technologies in otology practice.

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