Question
What are latest developments in technology for newborn hearing screening (NHS)?
Answer
If your daily work involves screening babies, there are robust systems in the market that will improve your workflow. Today’s devices are designed to be versatile yet easy-to-use.
The SmartScreener – Plus2 by Intelligent Hearing Systems is a complete easy-to-use cart based solution that offers a choice of ABR screening, OAE screening or both. All of which are simple to operate. An integrated Data Back-up utility allows for seamless results transfer to central databases.
The MADSEN AccuScreen® by Otometrics, is a compact all-in-one handheld solution to newborn hearing screening. A color display with vibrant icons and intuitive navigation allows you to focus on the infant instead of the technology. This two-step OAE and/or ABR testing combined in a single hand- held device offers all the capabilities of a cart-based system. Ideal for location independence or protocols that demand room-to-room testing. So, there are several great equipment solutions available, it really depends on your clinic needs. Professionals can schedule a consultative appointment with an Audiology Systems sales representative to help decide which option is best for their needs.
MADSEN AccuScreen® offers two-step OAE and/or ABR testing combined in a single device offers, and all the capabilities of a cart-based system.
This Ask the Expert is an excerpt from an interview on this topic with the Audiology Systems dedicated hearing screening team - read the full interview here.
