Impact of Visual Impairment on Audiovisual Intelligibility in Noise

Audiovisual FraMatrix

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Keywords:

Audiovisual FraMatrix, Audiovisual integration, Visual acuity

Abstract

The main goal of this study was to investigate how visual impairment affects speech intelligibility in noisy environments, comparing individuals with normal hearing and those with presbycusis using bilateral hearing aids. Participants underwent an audiovisual FraMatrix test under different visual acuity conditions. The study found a significant reduction in audiovisual intelligibility in noise as visual acuity worsened. These findings underscore the importance of addressing both hearing and vision impairments in clinical practice to enhance patient well-being and reduce social isolation

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Published

2026-01-03

How to Cite

1.
Hee A, Vannson N. Impact of Visual Impairment on Audiovisual Intelligibility in Noise: Audiovisual FraMatrix. Canadian Acoustics [Internet]. 2026 Jan. 3 [cited 2026 May 15];53(4). Available from: https://jcaa.caa-aca.ca/index.php/jcaa/article/view/4238

Issue

Vol. 53 No. 4 (2025): December 2025

Section

Article - Hearing Sciences

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