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ArticleBrain sciences2025

Tinnitus and Cognition in the Elderly: Unraveling the Impact of Symptom Burden on Cognitive Decline.

Sarah Alshehri, Abdulaziz Abdulrahman S Al Hatem

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Sarah AlshehriOtolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Department of Surgery, College of Medicine, King Khalid University, Abha 61421, Saudi Arabia.
Abdulaziz Abdulrahman S Al HatemOtolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Department of Surgery, College of Medicine, King Khalid University, Abha 61421, Saudi Arabia.

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Deanship of Scientific Research, King Khalid University RGP.2/734/46
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Abstract

BACKGROUND/

objectivesTinnitus has been increasingly recognized not only as an auditory disturbance but also as a condition that is potentially linked to cognitive decline, particularly in older adults. However, the relationship between tinnitus characteristics and cognitive impairment remains underexplored in clinical settings. This study aimed to (1) evaluate the association between chronic tinnitus and cognitive function in adults aged 60 years and above using standardized tools, and (2) determine whether tinnitus severity and duration are associated with increased risk of cognitive impairment.

methodsA cross-sectional study was conducted among 240 older adults, divided into tinnitus (

resultsParticipants with tinnitus were significantly older and had higher rates of hearing loss (58.33% vs. 33.33%,

conclusionsTinnitus burden, particularly when severe and prolonged, is significantly associated with cognitive impairment in older adults. These findings highlight the need for cognitive screening and integrated management in this population.

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agingcognitive impairmenthearing lossMini-CogTHItinnitus

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PMID40867200
PMCPMC12385071

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