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Helen Cullington1, Padraig Kitterick2, Lisa DeBold3
1University of Southampton Auditory Implant Service, Highfield, United Kingdom.
American Journal of Audiology
|October 22, 2016
Summary
This study evaluates remote care for cochlear implant users, comparing it to standard care. Remote care may provide a practical follow-up solution for some adults with cochlear implants.
Area of Science:
- Audiology
- Digital Health
- Patient Care
Background:
- Cochlear implants are vital for hearing restoration in adults.
- Traditional follow-up care can be resource-intensive.
- Exploring innovative care models is essential for improving patient outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To design, implement, and evaluate a remote care model for adult cochlear implant recipients.
- To compare the outcomes of remote care with standard clinical pathways.
- To assess the feasibility and effectiveness of technology-assisted follow-up.
Main Methods:
- A randomized controlled trial involving 60 cochlear implant users.
- Intervention group utilizing remote monitoring, self-adjustment tools, and online support for 6 months.
- Control group receiving standard care.
Main Results:
- Primary outcome: patient empowerment.
- Secondary outcomes: hearing stability, quality of life, patient/clinician preference, clinic resource utilization.
- Data collection and analysis planned post-trial.
Conclusions:
- Remote care presents a potential alternative for follow-up in select adult cochlear implant populations.
- The study aims to provide evidence for the efficacy of remote care models.
- Findings will inform future audiology and telehealth practices.
