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Special Populations in Implantable Auditory Devices: Pediatric
Jennifer R White1, Diego A Preciado2, Brian K Reilly2
1Department of Otolaryngology, Medstar Georgetown University Hospital, 3800 Reservoir Road Northwest, Washington, DC 20007, USA.
Otolaryngologic Clinics of North America
|March 5, 2019
Summary
Pediatric hearing loss requires early intervention. This review details implantable auditory devices like cochlear implants and auditory brainstem implants for children needing auditory rehabilitation.
Area of Science:
- Audiology
- Pediatric Otolaryngology
- Biomedical Engineering
Background:
- Pediatric hearing loss presents significant social and developmental challenges.
- Early auditory rehabilitation by 6 months of age is crucial for optimal outcomes.
- Traditional hearing aids are common, but various implantable options exist.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline the indications for implantable auditory devices in pediatric patients.
- To provide an overview of available implantable technologies for hearing loss in children.
Main Methods:
- Review of current literature on pediatric auditory implants.
- Description of device types and their specific indications.
- Focus on osseointegrated bone-conduction devices, middle ear implants, cochlear implants, and auditory brainstem implants.
Main Results:
- Specific indications for each type of implantable auditory device are detailed.
- The article categorizes devices based on the affected auditory pathway.
- Osseointegrated, middle ear, cochlear, and auditory brainstem implants are discussed.
Conclusions:
- A range of implantable auditory devices are available for pediatric hearing loss.
- Appropriate selection of these devices is vital for effective auditory rehabilitation.
- Early intervention with these technologies can mitigate developmental impacts.
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