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Cochlear implant magnet retrofit.

N L Cohen1, S D Breda, R A Hoffman

  • 1Department of Otolaryngology, New York University School of Medicine, New York.

The Laryngoscope
|June 1, 1988
PubMed
Summary

A new implantable magnet attachment improves comfort for Nucleus 22-channel cochlear implant users unable to wear the standard headset. This retrofit enhances patient satisfaction and is expected to increase implant usage hours.

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Area of Science:

  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Otolaryngology
  • Medical Devices

Background:

  • Standard Nucleus 22-channel cochlear implants require a headband for external component positioning.
  • Some patients experience discomfort or dissatisfaction with the conventional headband.
  • Improved comfort can lead to better patient compliance and implant utilization.