Disability Caused by Tinnitus

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Abstract

Introduction: Tinnitus is the conscious perception of a sound in one or both ears that is not attributed to an external source. It is a symptom secondary to almost all ear disorders or a manifestation of systemic diseases. It is one of the most frequent reasons for consultation in otorhinolaryngology and gradually incapacitates patients who suffer from it.

Objective: To determine the degree of disability caused by tinnitus.

Methods: A prospective, descriptive, observational, and longitudinal study was conducted in 113 patients treated in the Otorhinolaryngology Department of the Calixto García Hospital from 2021 to 2023.

Results: The female sex predominated (65.5%), with an average age of 60-69 years (31%). The main comorbidities included high blood pressure and diabetes mellitus; associated symptoms included hearing loss and vertigo. Regarding the characterization of tinnitus, 100% was subjective, and 57.5% was bilateral.

Conclusions: The degree of disability is significantly associated with the involvement of high-pitched tones, as well as hearing loss and vertigo as associated symptoms.

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2025-05-23

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Hernández Frometa RE, García Ortiz. MJ, Pérez García T. Disability Caused by Tinnitus. Rev Cubana Otorrinolaringol Cirug Cabeza Cuello [Internet]. 2025 May 23 [cited 2025 May 30];9:e_470. Available from: https://revotorrino.sld.cu/index.php/otl/article/view/470

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Vol. 9 (2025): publicación continua

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