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This research aims to compare health-related quality of life and auditory performance between children using cochlear implants and those using hearing aids.

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March 22, 2026Open Access

Comparison of utility measures and auditory performance in children with cochlear implants and hearing aids in India: a cross-sectional study

Key Points

This research aims to compare health-related quality of life and auditory performance between children using cochlear implants and those using hearing aids.
Cross-sectional design
Assessment of auditory performance
Evaluation using HRQoL tools
Comparison of cochlear implants and hearing aids users
Cochlear implants significantly improve HRQoL compared to hearing aids
Auditory performance is better in children with cochlear implants
HUI-3 is effective in measuring these differences

Abstract

Cochlear implantation results in superior HRQoL and auditory performance compared to hearing aids. Use of sensitive, hearing-specific tools like HUI-3 is recommended. LEVEL 3: Non-randomized controlled cohort/follow-up study.

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Sharma et al. (Thu,) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69bf86ecf665edcd009e915e https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bjorl.2026.101776

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