ArticleThe Journal of laryngology and otology2023
Disparities in access to ear and hearing care in Cambodia: a mixed methods study on patient experiences.
Article in The Journal of laryngology and otology, 2023. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 3 papers.
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- Cambodia's Care Services for Individuals With Disabilities (Hearing Loss and Ear Disease): A Perspective on Challenges and the Urgent Need for Improvement.Health science reports · 2026Article
- Ear, nose and throat disorders and international travel.Tropical diseases, travel medicine and vaccines · 2025Review
- Access to ear and hearing care services in Cambodia: a qualitative enquiry into experiences of key informants.The Journal of laryngology and otology · 2024Article
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Abstract
objectiveChronic suppurative otitis media is a major global disease disproportionately affecting low- and middle-income countries, but few studies have explored access to care for those with ear and hearing disorders.
methodIn a tertiary hospital in Cambodia providing specialist ear services, a mixed method study was undertaken. This study had three arms: (1) quantitative analysis of patients undergoing ear surgery, (2) a questionnaire survey and (3) semi-structured in-depth interviews.
resultsPatients presented with advanced middle-ear disease and associated hearing loss at rates that are amongst the highest per capita levels globally. Patients reported several structural, financial and socio-cultural barriers to treatment. This study showed a significant burden of ear disease in Cambodia, which reflects a delay in receiving timely and effective treatment.
conclusionThis study highlights the opportunity to integrate effective ear and hearing care into primary care service provision, strengthening the package of activities delivered at government facilities.
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