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Children with cochlear implants: parental perspective.

Armagan Incesulu1, M Vural, U Erkam

  • 1SSK Ankara Hospital 2nd ENT Clinic, Ankara, Turkey. armaganincesulu@yahoo.com

Otology & Neurotology : Official Publication of the American Otological Society, American Neurotology Society [And] European Academy of Otology and Neurotology
|July 10, 2003
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Parents found the decision for cochlear implantation stressful but reported significant improvements in their child's communication and self-confidence. They also expressed concerns about device maintenance and potential failure.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric audiology
  • Otolaryngology
  • Rehabilitation medicine

Background:

  • Cochlear implantation is a significant intervention for children with hearing loss.
  • Understanding the parental perspective is crucial for successful rehabilitation.
  • Parental involvement significantly impacts a child's progress post-implantation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate parental views on cochlear implants.
  • To assess children's progress at least one year after cochlear implantation from the parents' perspective.
  • To identify parental concerns and positive outcomes associated with pediatric cochlear implantation.

Main Methods:

  • A closed-set questionnaire was administered to parents of 28 children who underwent cochlear implantation.

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  • The questionnaire covered aspects including decision-making, implantation process, device effects, communication, and support services.
  • The study included children with congenital or early-onset deafness, with a minimum of one year post-implantation.

    • Main Results:

    • The decision to implant was highly stressful for parents.
    • Parents observed significant improvements in their child's communication, social skills, and self-confidence.
    • Key parental concerns included potential device failure and equipment maintenance.

    Conclusions:

    • Parents play a vital role as a link between the child and healthcare professionals.
    • Parental insights are valuable for implant centers to refine pre- and post-implantation services.
    • Improving information dissemination to families considering cochlear implantation is recommended.