title: Problems and issues in developing a cochlear implant programme for children.
abstract: This paper considers the implications for deaf children and their families of the establishment of a cochlear implant programme for children. The importance of recognizing that implantation affects the whole child and that a multidisciplinary whole-child approach is necessary is stressed. The elements of a cochlear implant support service for families with deaf children are described.
authors.affiliation: National Deaf Children's Society, London, UK.
authors.forename: H
authors.initials: H
authors.lastname: Cayton
mesh_terms: D002648:Child; D002662:Child Health Services / Q000458:organization & administration*; D003054:Cochlear Implants; D003638:Deafness / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D005190:Family; D006801:Humans; D008131:London; D010348:Patient Care Team; D012944:Social Support