Implantable hearing devices.
Hearing loss remains the most common sensory impairment in the United States. Fortunately, new treatments for this disorder are becoming available each year. This article reviews human ear anatomy, types and causes of hearing loss, and basic information on middle and inner ear implantable hearing devices. Risks, benefits, costs, and nursing care issues are discussed.
Marzo
Sam J
SJ
Loyola University, Chicago, Illinois, USA.
D003054:Cochlear Implants / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000191:economics / Q000600:supply & distribution; D034381:Hearing Loss / Q000145:classification / Q000209:etiology / Q000451:nursing / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D024802:Nurse's Role; D019990:Perioperative Care / Q000451:nursing; D011474:Prosthesis Design; D012307:Risk Factors; D013041:Specialties, Nursing / Q000458:organization & administration