Hickson L M, Alcock D
Department of Speech and Hearing, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia.
J Paediatr Child Health. 1991 Apr;27(2):105-7. doi: 10.1111/j.1440-1754.1991.tb00362.x.
Case studies of five children with congenital cytomegalovirus (CMV) who were referred for audiological evaluation are presented. Significant deterioration of hearing was noted in all cases within the first 4 years of life. It is essential that neonates with congenital CMV be referred for hearing assessment and that the child's hearing be monitored on a long-term basis. Early intervention is vital for the speech and language development of the hearing-impaired child.
