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Andrew van Hasselt1, John K K Sung, Michael C F Tong
1Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Prince of Wales Hospital, Shatin, NT, Hong Kong.
Current Opinion in Otolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery
|March 12, 2019
Summary
China
Area of Science:
- Otolaryngology
- Public Health
- Health Services Research
Background:
- China has rapidly become a significant market for cochlear implants.
- This growth presents a valuable model for other emerging economies.
- Understanding this market's development is crucial for global hearing health initiatives.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the development of cochlear implant programs in China.
- To identify key factors driving the rapid escalation in cochlear implant numbers.
- To examine challenges and successes in establishing and expanding these programs.
Main Methods:
- Review of market trends and program development in China.
- Analysis of funding mechanisms (federal, state, private).
- Assessment of infrastructure and recipient community support.
Main Results:
- Significant progress has been made in addressing challenges like funding and infrastructure.
- Numerous obstacles persist, requiring ongoing attention.
- A combination of push and pull factors has fueled the rapid increase in cochlear implant adoption.
Conclusions:
- A substantial unmet need for hearing rehabilitation exists in China.
- Addressing this need requires a coordinated strategy involving government, industry, healthcare professionals, and the deaf community.
- Successful scaling of cochlear implant programs necessitates multi-stakeholder collaboration.
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