Audiological Profile in Patients of Chronic Stable Angina with Hearing Loss.

Cardiovascular disease can affect cochlear blood flow and hearing, yet research on hearing loss in chronic stable angina patients is limited. This study aimed to investigate the relationship between hearing loss and chronic stable angina and establish association between the type and extent of hearing loss with the severity and duration of chronic stable angina. A cross-sectional study was conducted at GSVM Medical College, Kanpur, U.P. for a duration of 12 months, to examine the relationship between chronic stable angina and hearing loss. The study involved 150 patients aged 35-55 years, predominantly men with a mean age of 50 years. Participants underwent otoscopic examination and pure-tone audiometry to assess hearing. Using the NYHA criteria, patients were classified based on the severity of angina. Statistical analysis was performed with chi-square tests to identify association. 14% of patients (=21) had bilateral hearing loss, ranging from mild to moderately severe, while 6% (=10) had unilateral hearing loss, predominantly affecting the right ear. Notably, 80% (=119) had normal hearing sensitivity in both ears. The hearing loss observed was sensorineural type characterized by low frequency loss. Additionally, the duration of chronic stable angina influenced hearing thresholds and hearing loss was not related to drug therapy for chronic stable angina. These findings highlight the association between chronic stable angina and hearing loss, underscoring the importance of early detection and prevention. Integrating audiologists into cardiovascular care teams could be beneficial for managing audiological concerns in patients with cardiovascular disease.