Tinnitus
Table 2. Summary of Guideline Key Action Statements (KAS)
1. History and Physical Examination
2a. Prompt Audiologic Examination
2b. Routine Audiologic Examination
3. Imaging Studies
4. Bothersome Tinnitus
5. Persistent Tinnitus
6. Management Strategies
7. Hearing Aid Evaluation
8. Sound Therapy
9. Cognitive Behavior Therapy
10. Medical Therapy
a primary indication of treating persistent, bothersome tinnitus. ( B , R )
11. Dietary Supplements
12. Acupuncture
13. Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation
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Overview
Title
Tinnitus
Authoring Organization
American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery Foundation
Publication Month/Year
October 1, 2014
Supplemental Implementation Tools
Document Type
Guideline
External Publication Status
Published
Country of Publication
US
Document Objectives
The purpose of this guideline is to provide evidence-based recommendations for clinicians managing patients with tinnitus.
Target Patient Population
Adults (18 years and older) with primary tinnitus that is persistent and bothersome
Target Provider Population
Any clinician, including nonphysicians, involved in managing these patients
Inclusion Criteria
Female, Male, Adult, Older adult
Health Care Settings
Ambulatory
Intended Users
Physician, physical therapist, audiologist, nurse, nurse practitioner, physician assistant
Scope
Diagnosis, Prevention, Management
Diseases/Conditions (MeSH)
D014012 - Tinnitus
Keywords
hearing loss, tinnitus, sound therapy, amplification, hearing aids
Source Citation
Tunkel DE, Bauer CA, Sun GH, et al. Clinical Practice Guideline: Tinnitus. Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery. 2014;151(2_suppl):S1-S40. doi:10.1177/0194599814545325