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Cochllear implants and GSM phone.

M J Sorri1, K H Huttunen, T T Välimaa

  • 1Center for Wellness Technology, University of Oulu, Finland

Scandinavian Audiology. Supplementum
|April 25, 2001
PubMed
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Cochlear implant users

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Area of Science:

  • Audiology
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Electromagnetics

Background:

  • Mobile phones are increasingly common.
  • Assessing electromagnetic compatibility with cochlear implants is crucial for user safety and device functionality.
  • Previous research on GSM phone interference with cochlear implants is limited.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the compatibility of specific GSM phone models with different cochlear implant systems.
  • To identify potential risks and limitations for cochlear implant users when using mobile phones.

Main Methods:

  • A postal survey was conducted among adult Finnish cochlear implant recipients to assess mobile phone usage.
  • Two Nokia GSM phone models (3110 and 6110) were tested for electromagnetic interference with three cochlear implant systems (Nucleus Spectra, Nucleus SPrint, and Med-El Combi 40+).
  • Testing involved nine patients with different cochlear implant devices.

Main Results:

  • Significant differences in compatibility were observed between cochlear implant systems and GSM phones.
  • The Nucleus Spectra system showed complete incompatibility with both tested GSM phones.
  • The Nucleus SPrint system exhibited partial incompatibility, dependent on signal strength.
  • The Med-El Combi 40+ system demonstrated full compatibility with both GSM phone models under all tested conditions.

Conclusions:

  • Cochlear implant system compatibility with GSM phones varies significantly.
  • The Med-El Combi 40+ system is a viable option for users requiring mobile phone functionality.
  • Further research is needed to ensure broader compatibility and minimize interference for all cochlear implant users.

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