Publications by authors named "Kristin Hartman-Joshi"
Objective: Hearing loss is a common sensory impairment in children that affects quality of life and development. Early intervention, such as hearing aids and communication therapies, can help children overcome these challenges and lessen the impact on their development. The objective of this study was to identify specific patient demographic factors correlated with the prevalence of pediatric conductive hearing loss.
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- NICU patients face a high risk of congenital hearing loss, and this study aims to identify if demographic and socioeconomic factors contribute to loss to follow-up in newborn hearing screenings for those with extended NICU stays.
- The retrospective cohort study analyzed data from 443 NICU infants, revealing that younger maternal age, higher gravidity, and past smoking status are significant predictors for loss to follow-up, while other factors like maternal education and race had no association.
- The results highlight the unique challenges faced by the extended NICU population compared to well-baby infants, suggesting a need for targeted interventions to prevent loss to follow-up in newborn hearing screenings.
Objectives: This study examines the unique factors that influence loss to follow-up after newborn hearing screening for patients at a Massachusetts urban safety-net hospital. We seek to characterize our patient population, investigate correlations between patient factors and rates of follow-up, and understand gaps in care.
Design: A retrospective chart review was conducted of patients born at an urban safety-net hospital from January 2015 through May 2018 who did not pass the newborn hearing screening in one or both ears.