Chinese Journal of Ophthalmology and Otorhinolaryngology, Volume. 25, Issue 4, 343(2025)

Research progress on the psychological health characteristics, assessment, and intervention strategies for elderly patients with hearing loss

ZHAO Yanli1,2, ZHANG Ruiqi1,2, and WU Peixia2,3、*
Author Affiliations
  • 1Fudan University School of Nursing, Shanghai 200032, China
  • 2Nursing Department, Eye & ENT Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200031, China
  • 3Vertigo and Balance Disorder Clinic Center, Eye & ENT Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200031, China
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    Received: Jan. 3, 2024

    Accepted: Aug. 25, 2025

    Published Online: Aug. 25, 2025

    The Author Email: WU Peixia (13524844652@163.com)

    DOI:10.14166/j.issn.1671-2420.2025.04.020

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