kuulonkuulo
Kuulonkuulo refers to the auditory sense, the physiological process that enables the detection and interpretation of sound. In humans, it encompasses both the peripheral mechanics of sound transduction and the central neural processing that gives rise to auditory perception, speech comprehension, and environmental awareness.
Sound waves enter through the outer ear (pinna and ear canal), causing the tympanic membrane to vibrate.
Hearing ability is commonly assessed with audiometry, which measures thresholds for pure tones across frequencies and
Impairments of kuulonkuulo can be conductive, sensorineural, or mixed. Conductive loss involves the outer or middle
Management aims to improve hearing and communication, using devices such as hearing aids, cochlear implants for