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[Technical advancements in cochlear implants : State of the art]
1Hörzentrum der Medizinischen Hochschule Hannover, Karl-Wiechert-Allee 3, 30625, Hannover, Deutschland. Buechner.Andreas@mh-hannover.de.
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|March 18, 2017
Summary
Cochlear implants (CI) now treat more hearing loss cases due to technological advances. Modern CIs offer better hearing, especially for those with residual hearing, using electro-acoustic systems and improved processors.
Area of Science:
- Audiology
- Biomedical Engineering
- Neurosurgery
Background:
- Cochlear implants (CI) were initially for profound deafness.
- Early CI technology offered limited speech comprehension.
- Indications have broadened due to technological progress.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review advancements in cochlear implant technology.
- To highlight improvements for patients with residual hearing.
- To discuss current state-of-the-art CI systems.
Main Methods:
- Review of technological advancements in CI.
- Analysis of electro-acoustic CI systems.
- Incorporation of hearing aid technologies into CI.
Main Results:
- Significant hearing improvements with successive CI generations.
- Electro-acoustic systems benefit patients with low-frequency residual hearing.
- Signal enhancement and assistive devices improve challenging listening.
Conclusions:
- CI technology has evolved significantly, expanding indications.
- Advancements include electro-acoustic stimulation and integrated hearing aid components.
- Modern CI systems enhance hearing in diverse environments.
