title: The evolution of cochlear implant technology and its clinical relevance.
abstract: The article presents a brief history of the development of the cochlear implant, from its beginnings to the present day. After a short description of the device, it describes the evolution of the technology for three of the top manufacturing companies, from the first model marketed, to the latest. It presents the technological advancements from one model to the next, taking into account the exterior design, processing capabilities and functionality.
authors: "Carol Davila" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Bucharest, Romania.
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authors: "Prof. Dr. Dorin Hociota" Institute of Phonoaudiology and Functional ENT Surgery, Bucharest, Romania.
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authors: "Carol Davila" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Bucharest, Romania.
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mesh_terms: D001701:Bionics; D019929:Cochlear Implantation / Q000266:history; D003054:Cochlear Implants / Q000266:history; D049672:History, 19th Century; D049673:History, 20th Century; D006801:Humans
keywords: cochlear implant; electrode array; sound processor