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Delayed Complications After Cochlear Implantation
Bradford Terry1, Rachel E Kelt2, Anita Jeyakumar1
1Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Louisiana State University Health Science Center, New Orleans.
JAMA Otolaryngology-- Head & Neck Surgery
|October 16, 2015
Summary
Cochlear implantation is safe, with a 5.7% delayed complication rate. Lifelong follow-up is crucial for monitoring and managing potential issues in cochlear implant patients.
Area of Science:
- Otolaryngology
- Neurosurgery
- Medical Device Technology
Background:
- Cochlear implantation (CI) is a common procedure for hearing loss.
- Understanding long-term complications is vital for surgeons and patient counseling.
- Delayed complications can impact patient outcomes and require specific management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review delayed complications following cochlear implantation.
- To identify common and less common delayed complications.
- To summarize management strategies for these complications.
Main Methods:
- A systematic review of PubMed and OVID databases (2003-2013).
- Search terms included 'cochlear implant' and 'complications'.
- Articles reporting delayed complications (>3 days post-surgery) were analyzed, excluding specific cases.
Main Results:
- 88 articles analyzed, encompassing 22,842 patients.
- Overall delayed complication rate was 5.7% (1302/22842).
- Most common: vestibular (3.9%), device failure (3.4%), taste disturbance (2.8%). Less common: cholesteatoma (0.5%), facial nerve palsy (0.6%).
Conclusions:
- Cochlear implantation remains a safe and reliable procedure with a low complication rate.
- Experienced surgeons contribute to favorable outcomes.
- Lifelong patient follow-up is essential for monitoring and managing potential complications.
