ArticleInternational journal of otolaryngology2015
The epworth sleepiness scale in the assessment of sleep disturbance in veterans with tinnitus.
Article in International journal of otolaryngology, 2015. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. It is linked to trial NCT03711630 (Impact of Meditation on Bothersome Tinnitus), which is not on this map. Cited by 7 papers.
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Impact of Meditation on Bothersome Tinnitus
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7 citing papers in PubMed, 18 citations in OpenAlex.
- PTSD and Audio Vestibular Symptoms: A Two-Way Street Driven by the Amygdala? A Speculative Hypothesis.Brain sciences · 2026Review
- Vicious cycle: the bidirectional relationship and pathophysiological mechanisms of tinnitus and sleep disturbance.Frontiers in neurology · 2026Review
- DoesLaryngoscope investigative otolaryngology · 2020Review
- Editorial: Translating Tinnitus Research Findings Into Clinical Practice.American journal of audiology · 2019Article
- The Influence of Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery on Sleep Related Outcomes in Patients with Chronic Rhinosinusitis.International journal of otolaryngology · 2019Article
- Effects of Educational Counseling as Solitary Therapy for Chronic Primary Tinnitus and Related Problems.BioMed research international · 2018Article
- Psychophysiological Associations between Chronic Tinnitus and Sleep: A Cross Validation of Tinnitus and Insomnia Questionnaires.BioMed research international · 2015Article
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Abstract
Purpose. Tinnitus and sleep disturbance are prevalent in veterans, and a better understanding of their relationship can help with tinnitus treatment. Materials and Methods. Retrospective chart review of 94 veterans seen in audiology clinic between 2010 and 2013 is presented. Results. The mean age was 62 years, and 93 of 94 veterans were males. The majority (96%) had hearing loss. The positive predictive value of the ESS for sleep disorder was 97% and the negative predictive value was 100%. Veterans with a Tinnitus Handicap Inventory (THI) score ≥38 had significantly higher Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS) scores compared to those with THI score <38 (P = 0.006). The former had a significantly higher incidence of PTSD, anxiety, and sleep disorder. A subgroup of patients had normal sleep despite rising THI scores. Bilateral tinnitus, vertigo, and anxiety were found to be predictors of sleep disturbance. Conclusions. The ESS can be used as a tool in the initial assessment of sleep disorders in veterans with tinnitus. Higher tinnitus handicap severity is significantly associated with greater sleep disturbance. Optimal management of tinnitus may require concomitant treatment of sleep disorder, PTSD, anxiety, and depression.
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