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Initial experience with children using the Nucleus 22 Channel cochlear implant.

S A Roberts1, P A Busby, R C Dowell

  • 1Cochlear A.G., London Representative Office, England.

Scandinavian Audiology. Supplementum
|January 1, 1988
PubMed
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The Nucleus 22 Channel cochlear implant shows promise for young children, with early results indicating successful programming and no major complications. Long-term speech perception and communication skills are under evaluation.

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Area of Science:

  • Audiology
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Pediatric Medicine

Background:

  • The Nucleus 22 Channel cochlear prosthesis is a widely adopted device for hearing restoration.
  • Global implementation across 90+ clinics in 14 countries highlights its significance.
  • Previous studies have established the safety and efficacy of cochlear implantation in pediatric populations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the performance of the Nucleus 22 Channel cochlear prosthesis in young children.
  • To assess the long-term development of speech perception and communication skills in implanted children.
  • To report on the initial outcomes of the first pediatric cases implanted with this device.

Main Methods:

  • Case study focusing on two children implanted with the Nucleus 22 Channel device.

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  • Postoperative programming and audiological assessments.
  • Ongoing evaluation of speech perception and communication skills development.

    • Main Results:

    • The device was successfully programmed in children as young as two years nine months.
    • No significant postoperative complications were reported in implanted children.
    • Two original pediatric recipients have used their speech processors for over 18 months.

    Conclusions:

    • The Nucleus 22 Channel cochlear prosthesis demonstrates feasibility and safety in pediatric recipients.
    • Early findings suggest potential for positive long-term outcomes in speech and communication development.
    • Further long-term data collection is crucial for comprehensive understanding of device performance in children.