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Implantation of Total Artificial Heart in Congenital Heart Disease
Published on: July 18, 2014
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First Reported Cochlear Implantation in a Child with Total Artificial Heart
Zahide Çiler Büyükatalay1, Ahmed Majid Naji Agha Oghali, Tanıl Kendirli
1From the Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Ankara University, Ankara, Turkey.
Summary
This study details the first successful cochlear implant in a pediatric patient with an artificial heart. The procedure was safely performed despite the patient
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Otolaryngology
- Pediatric Intensive Care
Background:
- A 15-year-old boy experienced bilateral total hearing loss due to ototoxic medication.
- The patient required a SynCardia total artificial heart for end-stage biventricular heart failure as a bridge to heart transplant.
Observation:
- The patient underwent a successful cochlear implantation while awaiting a heart transplant.
- The surgery was facilitated by optimized coagulation, hemostasis, and anesthetic management.
Findings:
- This case marks the world's first successful cochlear implantation in a pediatric patient with a total artificial heart.
- The procedure was performed with acceptable morbidity.
Implications:
- Elective surgeries can be safely conducted in pediatric patients with artificial hearts.
- A multidisciplinary team approach is crucial for managing complex cases involving artificial hearts and surgical interventions.
