Occupational hearing loss

Authors

• Sultan T. Al-Otaibi, Dahran Health Center, Saudi Aramco, PO Box 11606, Dhahran 31311, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Tel. +966 (3) 877-8506. Fax. +966 (3) 877-8841. E-mail: Otaibist{at}aramco.com.sa

Abstract

Occupational hearing loss is a common work related problem that can be attributed to an offending agent in the workplace. This paper describes the different causes of occupational hearing loss and its compensation. Physicians should be aware of this preventable medical condition.

Article Type

Review

First Page

523

Last Page

530

Recommended Citation

Al-Otaibi, Sultan T. (2000) "Occupational hearing loss," Saudi Medical Journal: Vol. 21: Iss. 6, Article 2.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.15537/1658-3175.1189