Investigating cognitive function changes in older adults with hearing loss using hearing aids

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This prospective cohort study aims to evaluate the impact of hearing aids on cognitive function in older adults aged 60-85 with age-related hearing loss. A total of 388 participants will be divided into a control group and an intervention group, with the latter receiving hearing aids and undergoing assessments over a five-year period. The study will include audiological evaluations, cognitive function tests, and brain imaging to determine the effectiveness of hearing aids in slowing cognitive decline and reducing dementia risk. The research is particularly focused on the long-term benefits of auditory intervention in this demographic.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

Age\>60yrs，≤85yrs（MCI prevalence was 6.7% for ages 60-64, 8.4% for 65-69, 10.1% for 70-74, 14.8% for 75-79,and25.2% for80-84）; Sensorineural Hearing loss with pure-tone thresholds 25-70 dB HL at octave frequencies between 250 and 4000 Hz, 4 frequency PTA of ≥ 30 dB HL, and the PTA ≤ 90 dB HL; Diagnosed as Presbycusis; Score of 23 or below on Mini-Mental Status Exam (MMSE); Score of 22 or below on Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA);

Exclusion Criteria:

Hearing loss exceeding the limits that can be successfully aided with hearing aids (i.e., profound hearing loss); Significant history of otologic or neurologic disorders; Hearing loss remediated with a cochlear implant (cannot wear hearing aids); Any clinically significant unstable or progressive medical condition; Any condition which, in the opinion of the investigator, places the participant at unacceptable risk if he or she were to participate in the study.

Where it's running

• Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University
  Guangzhou, Guangdong, China Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Minqian Gao, B.sc
• Email: gaomq6@mail.sysu.edu.cn
• Phone: 13660778861

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.