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Bommie Florence Seo1, Sang Wook Park, Hyun Ho Han

  • 1Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea.

The Journal of Craniofacial Surgery
|November 24, 2015
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Cochlear implant exposure can threaten device function. A vascularized scalp-nape rotation flap offers a successful salvage method for exposed cochlear implants, preserving the device and patient well-being.

Area of Science:

  • Otolaryngology
  • Neurosurgery
  • Plastic Surgery

Background:

  • Cochlear implant exposure is a rare but serious complication.
  • Reimplantation is costly and emotionally taxing for patients.
  • Preserving the original cochlear implant is highly desirable.

Observation:

  • Two patients with exposed cochlear implants and compromised healing factors were treated.
  • A fully vascularized scalp-nape of the neck rotation flap was utilized for salvage.
  • The surgical procedure aimed to cover and protect the exposed implant.

Findings:

  • Salvage of the exposed cochlear implant was successful in both cases.
  • The scalp-nape rotation flap provided adequate coverage and vascularization.
  • The patients avoided the need for reimplantation.

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Implications:

  • The scalp-nape rotation flap is an effective technique for cochlear implant salvage.
  • This method can prevent significant financial and emotional burdens associated with reimplantation.
  • Further research can explore outcomes in larger patient cohorts with varying risk factors.