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Acoustic shock: an update review

Acoustic shock: an update review

Authors :
A. J. Parker
Glynn Parker
Victoria L. Parker
William A E Parker
Source :
The Journal of laryngology and otology.
Publication Year :
2020

Abstract

BackgroundThis paper discusses the concept of acoustic shock based on a literature review and the results of our own research into cases seen in both clinical and medicolegal practice. With the demise of traditional ‘metal bashing’ and ‘smoke stack’ heavy industries, there has been a decline in the incidence of noise-induced hearing loss and tinnitus in this form of employment. However, with the increasing establishment of call centre work, the emergence of acoustic shock has been noted. Acoustic shock is recognised as a clinical entity distinct from noise-induced hearing loss and acoustic trauma.ObjectiveThis article discusses clinical implications, medicolegal considerations in light of a recent high-profile court case and proposed criteria for diagnosis.

Details

ISSN :
17485460 and 00222151
Database :
OpenAIRE
Journal :
The Journal of laryngology and otology
Accession number :
edsair.doi.dedup.....49060c5c569514cd8188e6e5799c5e38