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[The MSR-UCL cochlear implant: new adaptations].

M Gersdorff1, R Sneppe, S Wittemans

  • 1Clinique Universitaire ORL Saint-Luc, Bruxelles, Belgique.

Annales D'Oto-Laryngologie Et De Chirurgie Cervico Faciale : Bulletin De La Societe D'Oto-Laryngologie Des Hopitaux De Paris
|January 1, 1988
PubMed
Summary

The MSR-UCL cochlear implant was modified from a monocanal to a bicanal device, isolating the pick-up from the amplifier. These changes offer significant technical and audiophonological benefits for cochlear implant users.

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Area of Science:

  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Otolaryngology
  • Audiology

Context:

  • The MSR-UCL cochlear implant, initially developed in September 1985, has undergone further technological advancements.
  • Previous iterations utilized a monocanal design.

Purpose:

  • To detail the modifications implemented on the MSR-UCL cochlear implant.
  • To describe the transition from a monocanal to a bicanal apparatus.
  • To explain the isolation of the pick-up from the amplifier.

Summary:

  • The MSR-UCL cochlear implant was transformed from a monocanal to a bicanal device.
  • A key modification involved isolating the pick-up component from the main amplifier unit.
  • These adjustments aim to enhance device performance.

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Impact:

  • The modifications provide demonstrable technical advantages for the cochlear implant.
  • Audiophonological benefits resulting from these adjustments are highlighted.
  • This advancement contributes to improved outcomes for individuals with hearing loss.