All patients with cystic fibrosis should have periodic audiologic testing in addi tion to their other regular physical and laboratory evaluations. Mild conductive hearing losses are more prevalent in children with cystic fibrosis; however, these patients respond promptly to corrective medical and surgical procedures.
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