Correlation Between Chronic Tinnitus Distress and Symptoms of Depression: A Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

In this systematic review, we aim to evaluate the evidence regarding the correlation between tinnitus distress and the severity of depressive symptoms in patients with chronic tinnitus. Also, the prevalence of clinically relevant depressive symptoms scores in patients with chronic tinnitus was evaluated.

Methods

We performed a systematic review in PubMed, EMBASE, and the Cochrane library in June 2021 using the terms "depression" and "tinnitus," and their synonyms, following PRISMA guidelines. Studies were selected on relevance and critically appraised regarding risk of bias using the Newcastle-Ottowa Quality Assessment Scale.

Results

A total of 1,912 articles were screened on title and abstract after the removal of the duplicates. Eventually, 33 (1.5%) arti

SUBMITTER: Meijers SM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9108431 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature