Cochlear implantation. Practical information for the generalist.
The diagnosis and investigation of a patient with bilateral, severe-to-profound sensorineural hearing loss is presented. The steps toward cochlear implantation, including tests of audition, balance, radiographic imaging, and the pre- and postrehabilitation period, are reviewed. The two major cochlear implants available today, and future developments within the cochlear implant, are presented.
Linstrom
C J
CJ
Department of Otolaryngology, New York Eye and Ear Infirmary, New York, NY 10003, USA. CLinstrom@NYEE.edu
D001299:Audiometry; D002648:Child; D019929:Cochlear Implantation / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000191:economics; D003054:Cochlear Implants / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000191:economics; D003365:Costs and Cost Analysis; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D006310:Hearing Aids; D006311:Hearing Disorders / Q000175:diagnosis; D006801:Humans; D019990:Perioperative Care; D011182:Postoperative Care