Hearing & Balance Assessment at Karolinska University Hospital

Hearing & Balance Assessment at Karolinska University Hospital provides specialist evaluation for patients experiencing hearing difficulties, dizziness, vertigo, balance problems, tinnitus, or other symptoms affecting hearing and balance. Assessment is tailored to the patient's symptoms, medical history, hearing status, and clinical findings.

Price

Price on Request

Why Price on Request?

The cost of a hearing and balance assessment varies depending on the diagnostic tests required, complexity of symptoms, specialist consultations, and follow-up needs. A personalized cost estimate can be provided after appropriate medical assessment.

Complete Description

What Is a Hearing & Balance Assessment?

A hearing and balance assessment is a specialist evaluation designed to identify possible causes of hearing difficulties, dizziness, vertigo, imbalance, or related ear and neurological symptoms.

Depending on the patient's presentation, the assessment may include hearing tests, balance evaluations, ear examination, and additional investigations when clinically indicated.

Hearing Evaluation

Hearing may be assessed to determine the type and severity of hearing loss. Testing can help distinguish between problems involving the outer or middle ear and conditions affecting the inner ear or auditory pathways.

The specific tests selected depend on the patient's age, symptoms, and clinical needs.

Balance and Dizziness Assessment

Patients experiencing dizziness, vertigo, or imbalance may undergo specialist evaluation to investigate possible causes.

The assessment may consider symptoms such as spinning sensations, unsteadiness, movement-related dizziness, and changes in balance.

Vertigo Evaluation

Vertigo can have different causes, including disorders affecting the inner ear or balance system. A detailed history and appropriate testing can help the specialist determine whether further ENT, neurological, or other evaluation may be required.

Tinnitus Assessment

Persistent ringing, buzzing, or other sounds in the ears may be evaluated as part of a broader hearing assessment. The specialist may review hearing results, symptom characteristics, medical history, and other relevant factors.

Inner Ear Assessment

The inner ear contains structures involved in both hearing and balance. When symptoms suggest an inner-ear disorder, additional specialist testing may be considered to evaluate the function of these systems.

Audiological Testing

Depending on the patient's symptoms, assessment may include different forms of audiological testing to evaluate hearing sensitivity and related auditory function.

Test selection is based on the clinical question and the patient's individual requirements.

Balance Testing

Balance testing may be recommended when patients experience recurrent dizziness, vertigo, falls, or unexplained imbalance.

The specific assessment depends on the patient's symptoms and suspected cause.

Medical History and Symptom Review

The specialist may review the onset and pattern of symptoms, previous ear conditions, infections, medications, hearing changes, neurological symptoms, previous investigations, and other relevant medical information.

A detailed history can help guide further testing and diagnosis.

Imaging and Additional Investigations

In selected cases, imaging or additional medical investigations may be recommended to evaluate structural or neurological causes of hearing or balance symptoms.

These investigations are performed when clinically appropriate.

Assessment for Children

Children with hearing or balance concerns may require age-appropriate testing and specialist assessment. The evaluation approach is adapted according to the child's age, communication abilities, symptoms, and clinical needs.

Individualized Diagnostic Planning

Not every patient requires the same combination of tests. The assessment is tailored according to the symptoms, medical history, examination findings, and suspected underlying condition.

Treatment Planning After Assessment

The results of hearing and balance testing can help guide further management. Depending on the findings, treatment may involve medical management, hearing-related care, vestibular rehabilitation, surgery, monitoring, or referral to another specialist.

Second Opinion

Patients who have previously received a diagnosis involving hearing loss, tinnitus, dizziness, or balance disorders may seek a specialist second opinion. Review of previous test results and medical records can help clarify the diagnosis and available management options.

International Patient Care

International patients may receive specialist hearing and balance assessment based on their symptoms and medical needs. Previous audiograms, imaging, medical reports, and treatment history may assist with the diagnostic process.

Benefits of Hearing & Balance Assessment

• Specialist evaluation of hearing difficulties

• Assessment of dizziness and vertigo

• Evaluation of balance problems

• Hearing and audiological testing when appropriate

• Assessment of tinnitus

• Evaluation of possible inner-ear disorders

• Review of previous hearing and balance investigations

• Individualized diagnostic planning

• Guidance for further treatment or specialist care

Why Choose Karolinska University Hospital?

Karolinska University Hospital provides specialist ENT care within an academic healthcare environment. Patients with complex hearing, dizziness, or balance concerns may benefit from comprehensive assessment and coordinated specialist evaluation based on their individual clinical needs.

Cost & Price on Request

The total cost depends on the diagnostic tests required, specialist assessment, complexity of symptoms, additional investigations, and follow-up requirements.

Because assessment requirements vary between patients, Hearing & Balance Assessment at Karolinska University Hospital is offered at Price on Request following appropriate medical evaluation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What symptoms may require a hearing and balance assessment?

Assessment may be appropriate for hearing loss, tinnitus, recurrent dizziness, vertigo, imbalance, unexplained falls, or other symptoms involving hearing and balance.

What tests may be included in the assessment?

Depending on the patient's symptoms, testing may include hearing assessments, balance tests, ear examination, and additional investigations or imaging when clinically appropriate.

Can dizziness be related to an ear problem?

Yes. Some balance disorders originate in the inner ear, although dizziness can also have other causes. Specialist assessment helps determine the most appropriate diagnostic pathway.

Can children receive hearing and balance assessment?

Yes. Children can receive age-appropriate specialist evaluation when clinically indicated, with testing adapted to their age and individual needs.

Can international patients receive this assessment at Karolinska University Hospital?

International patients may be considered subject to applicable eligibility, referral, appointment, and hospital requirements. Previous hearing tests, imaging, and medical records may be reviewed before assessment.

Product Details

Product Name: Hearing & Balance Assessment at Karolinska University Hospital
Hospital: Karolinska University Hospital
Brand: Karolinska University Hospital
Country: Sweden
Location: Stockholm, Sweden
Specialty: ENT / Ear, Nose & Throat
Service Type: Hearing & Balance Assessment
Customer-Facing Price: Price on Request
International Patients: Subject to applicable eligibility and appointment requirements